You can use also to give more information about a person or thing, or to add another relevant fact.
It is the work of Ivor Roberts-Jones, who also produced the statue of Churchill inParliament Square.
He is an asthmatic who was also anaemic.
She has a reputation for brilliance. Also, she is a good communicator.
2. adverb [ADVERB before verb]
You can use also to indicate that something you have just said about one person or thing is true of another person or thing.
His father, also a top-ranking officer, had perished during the war.
We have been working very hard, and our families have also worked hard.
Not only cancer, but also heart and lung disease are influenced by smoking.
More Synonyms of also
also in British English
(ˈɔːlsəʊ)
adverb
1. (sentence modifier)
in addition; as well; too
sentence connector
2.
besides; moreover
Word origin
Old English alswā; related to Old High German alsō, Old Frisian alsa; see all, so1
also in American English
(ˈɔlsoʊ)
adverb
in addition; likewise; too; besides
sometimes used as a conjunctive adverb
Word origin
ME al so, al swo < OE eallswa < eall, all + swa, so1
Examples of 'also' in a sentence
also
There were also fears about finding available homes.
The Sun (2016)
Working for the occupiers also gives him privileges.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
They are also looking at just what sort of housing is required.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The study also offers some striking insights into political history.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
You may also have to cope with doubts or disapproval from both of your families.
The Sun (2016)
They were also told to make the deals available to all.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
He was also kicked so hard his scooter almost tipped over.
The Sun (2016)
But the band also take credit for the process being less stressful than past experiences.
The Sun (2017)
He also offers another option at the back of the lineout.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
You could also learn more about yourself and realise you have unused abilities.
The Sun (2009)
We need time to work hard but also time to play.
Christianity Today (2000)
You may also find something in your home is worth much more than you think.
The Sun (2009)
What also makes her a great writer is the dramatic show she puts on.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Herbal remedies that rebalance the hormones can also be used.
Westcott, Patsy Alternative Health Care for Women (1991)
The offer could also trigger a bidding war.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
You also face another problem because of transactions costs.
Mishkin, Frederic S. Financial Markets, Institutions and Money (1995)
You should also include details on how to appeal.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
This sport is not only about survival but also the style and panache you display.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Venezuela has also been hard hit by the simultaneous slump in the price of gold.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
But we should also acknowledge just how much fun this is.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
You may also be able to pick up items in skips or on the street.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
This also makes it easier to soften and blend colours.
Bulgin, Sally Acrylics Masterclass (1994)
She also had to get used to a camera crew following her round during her placement.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
We also run another orphanage up the road.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
You can also use our rolling news to follow all the action from the house as it happens.
The Sun (2008)
It would also give the public the option to approach the fundraiser rather than being approached without their consent.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Remember to also include on your tax return any tax on the interest withheld by the company and already paid.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
In other languages
also
British English: also /ˈɔːlsəʊ/ ADVERB
You use also to give more information about something.
I'm cold, and I'm also hungry.
American English: also
Arabic: أَيْضاً
Brazilian Portuguese: também
Chinese: 也
Croatian: također
Czech: také
Danish: også
Dutch: ook
European Spanish: también
Finnish: myös
French: aussi
German: auch
Greek: επίσης
Italian: anche
Japanese: ･･･も
Korean: 또한
Norwegian: også
Polish: również
European Portuguese: também
Romanian: de asemenea
Russian: также
Latin American Spanish: también
Swedish: också
Thai: เช่นกัน
Turkish: ayrıca o da
Ukrainian: також
Vietnamese: cũng
Chinese translation of 'also'
also
(ˈɔːlsəu)
adv
(= too) 也 (yě)
⇒ a pianist who also plays guitar一个也会弹吉他的钢琴家 (yī gè yě huì tán jítā de gāngqínjiā)
(= moreover) 同样(樣) (tóngyàng)
⇒ Six other passengers were also injured.其他六个乘客同样受了伤。 (Qítā liù gè chéngkè tóngyàng shòule shāng.)
also 和 too 在语意不很接近，但是，also 从不用在句末，而 too 却常用于句末。 He was also an artist and lived at Compton ... He's a singer and an actor too ... I've been to Beijing and to Shanghai too ... I've been to Beijing and also to Shanghai.
(adverb)
Definition
in addition
It is much too large and also it is very cold.
Synonyms
and
too
Depression may be expressed physically too.
further
Further, losing one day doesn't mean you won't win the next.
plus
along with
in addition
as well
I like the job, and the people I work with are very nice as well.
moreover
There was a man behind her. Moreover he was observing her strangely.
besides
It doesn't fit you, and besides it's dreadful!
furthermore
Furthermore, I will have to know all the data.
what's more
You should remember. And what's more, you should get it right.
on top of that
to boot
additionally
The maintenance programme will additionally seek to keep sites graffiti-free.
into the bargain
Get in a bit of practice and have some fun into the bargain.
as well as
Additional synonyms
in the sense of additionally
The maintenance programme will additionally seek to keep sites graffiti-free.
Synonyms
also,
further,
in addition,
as well,
moreover,
furthermore,
on top of that,
to boot
in the sense of as well
Definition
in addition
I like the job, and the people I work with are very nice as well.