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Besides apples, we bought oranges.
What does Besides mean?
Besides means also or in addition.
Dictionary definition
In addition to something else; also.
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Besides in a sentence
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I finished my homework; besides, I packed my bag.
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Besides giving examples, the paragraph explains why the idea matters.
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What does besides mean?
Besides means also or in addition.
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to besides?
Also is closest because it connects to this meaning: Besides means also or in addition.
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Which word or phrase is a useful contrast to besides?
Except is a useful contrast because besides means: Besides means also or in addition.
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WordBesides.
Partpreposition.
MeaningBesides means also or in addition.
ExampleExample: Besides apples, we bought oranges.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- bih · sydz
- Strongest beat
- sydz
- Ending
- sydz
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on sydz.
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Synonyms
Words like Besides
alsoIn addition.
additionallyAs another point or item.
Antonyms
Opposite words
exceptLeaving something out.
excludingNot including.
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Word family
Besides word family
Base word
besides
preposition
besides
Base form used to mean in addition to.
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Hint for students
Besides can mean in addition to something else.
Common mix-up
Besides is not the same as instead. Besides adds another thing; instead replaces one thing with another.
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Write one sentence that shows besides without using the word besides. Example: Leo brought markers, paper, and one more notebook for the project. Clue words: and one more notebook, for the project Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show something added to another thing?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "Besides soccer, Mia also plays piano and draws comics." Why does besides fit better than instead?
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