phrase · neutral
as well
/æz ˈwɛl/as·WELL
speakingtask2
used to add another point; similar in meaning to 'also', often placed at the end of a clause.
Examples
“I study environmental science; I enjoy fieldwork as well.”
“She speaks Spanish and works as a translator as well.”
“We should reduce waste; as well, we need better recycling facilities.”
Band 8 sentence
“The new policy reduced emissions and improved air quality as well, which pleased local residents.”
Collocations
- put ___ at the end of a clause
- use ___ to add a short extra idea
Common mistakes
As well I like football.→I like football as well.
Say it for a higher band
5and→6also→7+as well
Synonyms
another point is that
Easily confused
as well as
“She sings as well as she dances.”
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