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Word

together

Phoneticsto·geth·er, stress on the second syllable

US/təˈɡɛðɝ/

UK/təɡˈɛðɐ/

Definitions

01with each other

A1 · Beginner

adv. with another person or in the same place.

adv. in or into a single group, mass, or place; in close association with others.

“We should go to the cinema together this weekend.”

“The two departments worked together on the project to ensure that all technical requirements were met before the deadline.”

Usage

usually follows the verb or the object.

Antonyms

02at the same time

B1 · Intermediate

adv. happening at exactly the same moment.

adv. occurring at the same time; simultaneously.

“The two runners crossed the finish line together.”

“The various elements of the plan came together at the last minute, resulting in a perfectly synchronized launch event.”

Antonyms

03combined into one

A2 · Elementary

adv. joining things to make one single thing.

adv. into a single unit or whole; combined into one entity.

“Mix the flour and sugar together in a large bowl.”

“The architect's design successfully brought together traditional materials and modern structural techniques.”

Usage

often used with verbs like 'mix', 'join', or 'glue'.

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04in a relationship

A2 · Elementary

adv. being in a romantic relationship or living as a couple.

adv. involved in a romantic or domestic partnership.

“They have been together for five years and are very happy.”

“Although they have been together for a decade, they only decided to formalize their partnership last year.”

Usage

often follows the verb 'be'.

Synonyms

Antonyms

05well-organized

C1 · Advanced Informal

adj. having your life or thoughts well-organized and under control.

adj. composed, self-assured, and well-organized in one's personal or professional life.

“She really has her life together and just got a great new job.”

“Despite the chaotic nature of the industry, he always seems remarkably together during high-stakes negotiations.”

Usage

usually follows a linking verb like 'be' or 'seem'.

Collocations

Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “together” in context.

01. together in one 02. together again 03. together in shared 04. together to create 05. together two 06. together closely 07. together in a different 08. together to form 09. together account

Word family

ADVERB

together(A1)

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Exam level
CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A1 MoversIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.2.0–3.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 1.0–1.50–23TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.120–224
Frequency
Very common
Level
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