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"As much as" is a phrase which is often translated as "tanto como", and "alike" is an adjective which is often translated as "parecido". Learn more about the difference between "as much as" and "alike" below.
as much as(
ahz
muhch
ahz
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (equally)
A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences (e.g., The cat and the dog slept.).
a. por más que
As much as I love you, you made a huge mistake.Por más que te quiera, cometiste un grave error.
b. por mucho que
As much as I need a roommate, I wouldn't live with her.Por mucho que necesite una compañera de piso, no viviría con ella.
alike(
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layk
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
2. (similarly)
b. de la misma manera
We both think alike. Maybe that's why we're such good friends.Las dos pensamos de la misma manera. Quizá por eso somos tan buenas amigas.
