What does "together" mean?

1. (with each other) with another person or in the same place. 2. (at the same time) happening at exactly the same moment. 3. (combined into one) joining things to make one single thing. 4. (in a relationship) being in a romantic relationship or living as a couple. 5. (well-organized) having your life or thoughts well-organized and under control.

How do you use "together"?

usually follows the verb or the object. often used with verbs like 'mix', 'join', or 'glue'. often follows the verb 'be'. usually follows a linking verb like 'be' or 'seem'.

together

adv. · adj.

US //təˈɡɛðɝ// UK //təɡˈɛðɐ// to·geth·er

1 with each other (adv.)
A1 Beginner

with another person or in the same place.

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

Example

We should go to the cinema together this weekend.

Example

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.
- jointly
- collectively
- apart
- separately
2 at the same time (adv.)
B1 Intermediate

happening at exactly the same moment.

occurring at the same time; simultaneously.

Example

The two runners crossed the finish line together.

Example

The various elements of the plan came together at the last minute, resulting in a perfectly synchronized launch event.
- simultaneously
- at once
- sequentially

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3 combined into one (adv.)
A2 Elementary

joining things to make one single thing.

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

Example

Mix the flour and sugar together in a large bowl.

Example

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

Usage

often used with verbs like 'mix', 'join', or 'glue'.
- unified
- combined
- divided
4 in a relationship (adv.)
A2 Elementary

being in a romantic relationship or living as a couple.

involved in a romantic or domestic partnership.

Example

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

Example

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

Usage

often follows the verb 'be'.
- partnered
- single
- separated
5 well-organized (adj.)
C1 Advanced Informal

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

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

Example

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

Example

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'.
- disorganized
- unstable

Word family

Nountogetherness
Adverbaltogether
Adverbtogether

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