Besides: meaning, definitions and examples
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besides
[ bษชหsaษชdz ]
in addition to
used to introduce something else that is included along with what has just been mentioned
Synonyms
apart from, aside from, in addition to.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| besides |
Used when adding another reason or point to what has already been mentioned; often to present a supporting argument or factor.
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| in addition to |
Used to indicate something extra or supplementary to what has already been mentioned.
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| apart from |
Used to indicate exclusion or to talk about something else in addition to the main subject, often in a comparison or contrast.
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| aside from |
Similar to 'apart from,' this phrase is used to set something aside or to indicate additional information; often interchangeable with 'apart from.'
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Examples of usage
- Besides English, she also speaks French and Spanish.
- Besides his job as a teacher, he also volunteers at the local shelter.
as well
in addition; also
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
|---|---|
| besides |
Useful when adding another reason or point, often to strengthen an argument. It can imply 'on top of that'.
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| in addition |
Often used in formal writing or speech to introduce an extra point or reason.
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| also |
Common for including additional information that is relevant and related. It can be used in both formal and informal situations.
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| moreover |
Best in formal writing or speech to introduce information that supports or emphasizes a previous statement.
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Examples of usage
- She's very talented. Besides, she's also hardworking.
- The weather is great. Besides, the company is enjoyable.
Translations
Translations of the word "besides" in other languages:
๐ต๐น alรฉm de
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅ เค เคฒเคพเคตเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช auรer
๐ฎ๐ฉ selain
๐บ๐ฆ ะบััะผ
๐ต๐ฑ oprรณcz
๐ฏ๐ต ใฎไปใซ (ใฎใปใใซ)
๐ซ๐ท en plus de
๐ช๐ธ ademรกs de
๐น๐ท dฤฑลฤฑnda
๐ฐ๐ท ์ธ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุงูุฅุถุงูุฉ ุฅูู
๐จ๐ฟ kromฤ
๐ธ๐ฐ okrem
๐จ๐ณ ้คไบ (chรบle)
๐ธ๐ฎ poleg
๐ฎ๐ธ auk
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะพัะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ษlavษ olaraq
๐ฒ๐ฝ ademรกs de
Etymology
The word 'besides' originated from Middle English, combining 'by' and 'sides' which meant 'by the side of'. Over time, it evolved to mean 'in addition to' or 'as well'. The usage of 'besides' has been documented in English literature dating back to the 14th century, where it was used in the same context as we use it today.