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Word

aswell

Definition

adv. a common spelling mistake for the phrase 'as well', which means 'also' or 'too'. You should write it as two separate words.

adv. a non-standard orthographic variant of the adverbial phrase 'as well'. While frequently appearing in informal digital communication, it is considered an error in standard written English.

Usage

Always written as two separate words in formal and standard English. Typically placed at the end of a clause.

Pitfall

I want to go aswell.

I want to go as well.

Learners often mistakenly combine 'as well' into a single word, likely by analogy with 'also' or 'altogether'.

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