Are you confused about when to use “also” and “too”? You’re not alone. Although both words have similar meanings, there is a differences between them. In this post, we’ll explore the different uses of “also” and “too” and help you know when to use each one. Stay tuned!
What is Also?
- Also is a conjunction that is used to connect two ideas or clauses. It typically appears at the beginning of a sentence and is followed by a comma. When used in this way, also functions as an adverb that modifies the verb that follows it. For example, consider the following sentence: “I am also interested in French culture.” In this sentence, the conjunction Also connects the idea that the speaker is interested in French culture to the previous sentence.
- Other examples of Also functioning as an adverb include: “She also has two cats,” and “I would also like some coffee.” While Also can typically be replaced with another adverb without changing the meaning of a sentence, there are some cases where it is important to use Also in order to convey a specific meaning. For example, consider the following sentence:
- “I am interested in French culture.” This sentence conveys that the speaker is only interested in French culture. However, if the speaker wanted to convey that they were interested in other things as well, they would say: “I am also interested in French culture.” In this case, Also emphasizes that the speaker is interested in both French culture and other things.
What is Too?
Too is defined as an adverb meaning ‘excessively’ or ‘also.’ It can be used to modify verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs. For example, you might say ‘I’m too tired to go out tonight’ or ‘That skirt is too short.’ Too can also be used to mean ‘in addition,’ as in ‘I have two cats and a dog, too.’ When it is used in this way, it is usually placed at the end of the sentence. Too can also be used as a pronoun meaning ‘also’ or ‘as well,’ as in ‘He wants to go, and so do I.’ In this case, too is always preceded by a comma. Too can also be used as an interjection to express surprise or disbelief, as in ‘Too bad you didn’t get the job!’ As you can see, too is a versatile word that can be used in a variety of ways. Just be careful not to use it too much!
Difference between Also and Too
Also and too are both adverbs that indicate addition. Also is used to add information about the subject, whereas too is used to add information about the verb. For example:
I am also happy. (adds information about the subject, I)
I am too happy. (adds information about the verb, happy).
In addition, also can be placed before or after the subject, whereas too must come after the verb. For example: Also, I am happy. OR I am also happy.
Too cannot be placed before the verb. Placing too before the verb would create a sentence fragment. For example: *Too, I am happy.
* This sentence is incorrect because it is missing a subject. The subject is usually understood to be you or one, as in You are too happy or One is also happy, but it can also be implied, as in this sentence fragment. Also can never be placed at the beginning of a sentence like this; it must always come after the subject. Finally, also is never followed by an adjective, but too may be followed by either an adjective or an adverb.
Conclusion
In business writing, it is important to use the correct word when you mean “also.” The word “too” should be used only when you want to emphasize that something is more than enough. Make sure to choose the right word for your meaning in order to create a clear and concise message.
