También (en. Also)

/tamˈbjen/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
It is used to add something to what has already been said.
I like chocolate; I also enjoy ice cream.
Me gusta el chocolate; también disfruto del helado.
Expresses that something happens in the same way as something else.
He also went to the party.
Él también fue a la fiesta.
Introduces a statement that reinforces the previous one.
Not only is it nice, but it is also intelligent.
No solo es bonito, también es inteligente.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'etiam'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

me too
Expresses agreement with what someone else has said.
yo también
you too
Indicates that the other person shares a condition or characteristic.
tú también
he/she too
Used to include another person in a statement.
él/ella también

Related Words

in addition
Introduces an additional element.
además
likewise
Synonym of also, emphasizes the coincidence.
asimismo
equally
Expresses equality or similarity.
igualmente
including
Introduces an idea that should not be excluded.
inclusive

Slang Meanings

hey
Hey, I also want to go.
Epa, yo también quiero ir.
various
That party is getting good, many are going. Me too.
Esa fiesta se pone buena, varios van. Yo también.