Spanish word

además

Pronunciation

IPA/aðeˈmas/

Meaning

  • adverbbesides

Example

No quiero ir, y además estoy cansado.

I don't want to go, and besides, I'm tired.

Illustration for además (besides)

More examples

Además de estudiar, trabaja por las noches.

In addition to studying, he works at night.

Core concept

An extra point added to a previous remark.

Common phrases

  • además de

    in addition to

Similar words

también: Adds a similar or agreeing point to something already said.
incluso: Adds a surprising or extreme example to emphasize inclusion.
aparte: Adds a separate, independent point apart from the previous topic.
encima: Adds an extra point layered on top of a previous remark.

Definition in Spanish

Sirve para sumar una idea o circunstancia extra a una frase previa, indicando un añadido relevante.

Word origin

It comes from a + demás, with demás from de + más and más ultimately from Latin magis 'more', giving the sense 'in addition'.

Usage tips

  • 'además' introduces an added clause or reason, while 'también' often signals simple agreement.

Other meanings

  • moreoveradverb
  • on top of thatadverb

Opposites

  • por el contrarioon the contraryadverb

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