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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(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. tanto como
Nobody takes care of me as much as you do.Nadie me cuida tanto como tú.
a. hasta
It could cost as much as $100.Podría llegar a costar hasta $100.
A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences (e.g., The cat and the dog slept.).
conjunction
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.
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alike(
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. parecido
Our cars are alike.Nuestros autos son parecidos.
b. igual
It seems that all politicians are alike.Parece que todos los políticos son iguales.
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. igual
You and your sister talk alike.Tú y tu hermana hablan igual.
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.
a. por igual
These rules apply to men and women alike.Estas normas se aplican a hombres y mujeres por igual.
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