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"In addition" is a phrase which is often translated as "además", and "also" is an adverb which is often translated as "también". Learn more about the difference between "in addition" and "also" below.
in addition(
ihn
uh
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dih
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shuhn
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (adverbial)
a. además
In addition, the school will offer food and beverage on the field trip.La escuela ofrecerá además comida y bebida en el paseo.
also(
al
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so
)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
1. (too)
a. también
The suspects are also believed to have attacked a second person that night.Se cree que los sospechosos también atacaron a una segunda persona aquella noche.
2. (moreover)
a. además
I should say also that I'm going to need to take a few personal days.Debería decir además que voy a necesitar tomar algunos días personales.
