# as well as sb/sth

idiom · CEFR A2

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/as-well-as-sb-sth
Updated: 2026-04-22

## Meaning

A phrase that means 'in addition to' or 'and also'. You use it to add another piece of information to what you have already said.

## Examples

- I need to buy milk as well as bread.
- She speaks French and Spanish, as well as her native language, which helps her travel easily.
- The new policy improves safety for employees as well as providing better resources for the management team to monitor daily operations.

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