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"As well" is an adverb which is often translated as "también", and "better than" is a phrase which is often translated as "mejor que". Learn more about the difference between "as well" and "better than" below.
as well(
ahz
 
wehl
)
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. también
Everybody was leaving, so I did as well.Todo el mundo se iba, así que yo me fui también.
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better than(
beh
-
der
 
thehn
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. mejor que
Rebecca can sing better than me.Rebecca canta mejor que yo.
b. más que
The new starting pitcher is better than good. He's brilliant!El nuevo lanzador titular es más que bueno. ¡Es fenomenal!
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