adverbconjunction

likaså

likewise

Definition & meaning

The word likaså is an adverb used to express agreement, addition, or similarity. It carries the meaning of "likewise," "also," "as well," or "in the same way."

It is typically used to indicate that what has been said about one person or thing also applies to another, or to confirm that one shares an opinion or performs an action similar to someone else.

Grammar & Word origin

likaså is an adverb. It is a compound word formed by two parts:

  • lik (like/similar)
  • så (so/thus)

Combined, they literally translate to "like-so," functioning as a connector to maintain the parallel between two ideas or entities. It is often used in formal or neutral contexts to avoid repetition of the word "också."

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms

  • också (also/too)
  • likaledes (likewise)
  • detsamma (the same)
  • även (even/also)

Antonyms

  • däremot (however/on the contrary)
  • tvärtom (the opposite/conversely)

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Examples

Jag var trött, och min syster likaså.adverb

I was tired, and my sister was likewise.

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