together - Master This Word
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together Word Meanings
- in a combined manner
- with others
- at the same time
together Example Sentences
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together Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/təˈɡeð.ə/
US
/təˈɡɛðər/
together Word Etymology
to- = toward + gather = bring together. Originated from Old English 'tōgædere'. Picture a group of friends gathering in a circle, sharing stories and laughter as they come 'together'.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
First I place two small cups on the table and steady my breath. I push them toward the middle and watch them move closer together. I adjust my grip and hold the moment as the space between shrinks. When the cups sit side by side, the scene feels like we are doing it together.
Real Context
Together is a flexible adverb meaning in a combined manner, with others, or at the same time. It commonly marks actions performed by more than one person or things that are connected. You can say work together, sit together, or come together to express collaboration, shared action, or convergence. It can also describe simultaneous events, as in They spoke together or The lights turned on together. Note that together often follows the verb in English, or appears at the end of a clause, and it pairs with phrases like with others or as a group. Learners should attend to collocations and word order, which vary by context.
Usage Reminders
- Use together to show people or things acting as a group.
- In English, together often comes after the main verb or at the end of the clause.
- Pair it with with others or as a group to emphasize collaboration.
- Don’t confuse with altogether, which means completely.
- For simultaneous events, you can say they spoke together or the clocks chimed together.
Common Misconceptions
- Assuming together requires physical proximity or touching
- Confusing together with altogether (completely)
- Trying to modify a noun with together as an adjective
- Incorrect word order, e. g., together after the object instead of after the verb
- Thinking together replaces 'and' or 'with' in lists
Thinking Differences
Learners often assume together requires physical closeness; in English it marks joint action or simultaneity, which may differ from languages where a single word covers both senses. Context and collocations matter, so practice with verbs like work, come, and stay.
Learning Tips
- 1) Learn common collocations with together (work together, come together, stay together).
- 2) Notice whether it emphasizes collaboration or simultaneity.
- 3) Remember it often follows the verb, especially after action verbs.
- 4) Distinguish together from altogether (completely).
- 5) Practice with be together to express relationships or states.
- 6) Use with phrases like with others or as a group to stress group action.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence below uses 'together' correctly?
A.The siblings played apart in the park.
B.They danced together at the party.
C.Let's work separated on this project.
D.The friends were divided during the game.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'together'?
A.Separated
B.Apart
C.United
D.Disconnected
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'together'?
A.Divided
B.Grouped
C.Connected
D.Converged
Step 5: Mastery
Can you give an example of a real-life scenario?
A.The students studied individually for the exam.
B.They arrived at the party one by one.
C.We all cooked dinner together.
D.The team work in a collaboration.
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