same
- 01 A1 Beginner
det.exactly like another thing in shape, size, or quality.
det.indistinguishable in kind, quality, or amount; having a close resemblance.
Simple“The two sisters were wearing the same blue dress at the party.”
In context“Although they were manufactured in different years, the two components were built to the same exacting specifications.”
- 02 A2 Elementary
pron.the thing that was just mentioned.
pron.the identical object, fact, or event previously described.
Simple“I'll have the same, please.”
In context“He ordered a black coffee, and his colleague requested the same, noting that they both needed the caffeine for the long drive ahead.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 03 B1 Intermediate
adv.in a way that is not different.
adv.in an identical manner or to an equal degree.
Simple“You should treat all your employees the same.”
In context“The law requires that all citizens be treated the same, regardless of their social standing or economic background.”
Antonyms - 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
interj.you say this to show you feel the same way as someone else.
interj.used to express agreement with a previous statement or to indicate that the speaker is in a similar situation.
Simple“"I'm so tired of this cold weather." "Same."”
In context“When the lead singer posted about his frustration with the tour schedule, thousands of fans simply replied with "same" to show their solidarity.”
Synonymsagreedme too - 05 C1 Advanced
pron.a formal way to say 'it' or 'them' when talking about something already mentioned.
pron.used to refer back to a previously mentioned noun phrase to avoid repetition; common in legal or highly formal contexts.
Simple“Please sign the document and return the same to our office.”
In context“The tenant shall maintain the garden and ensure the same is kept free of weeds throughout the duration of the lease.”
Usageoften appears in phrases like 'for the same' or 'of the same'
Teacher's tipThis usage is rare in speech and mostly found in contracts or old-fashioned business letters.
Synonymsthe aforementioned