Grammar Point

too, also, in addition, as well, (not) either (in a negative sentence)


Noun +

The particle is used to indicate that what is being said about the current topic is also true for a previous topic. It replaces the particles は, が, and を in a sentence.

Affirmative Sentences

Used in affirmative sentences to mean 'also' or 'too'.


I also eat apples.

This book is also interesting.

Negative Sentences

Used in negative sentences to mean 'not either'.


I do not drink milk either.

That movie was not famous either.

With Other Particles

When combined with particles other than は, が, and を, such as に, と, or で, the particle is attached directly after the existing particle to add the meaning of 'also' or 'too'.


I will go to the library too.

I talked with a friend too.

Note

When is used in a negative sentence, it translates to 'not either'. While replaces は, が, and を, it must be added after other particles like に, と, or で (e.g., に, と).



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