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As (conj) means used to compare two things that are equal, alike, or happening at the same time. Example: “She sang as she worked.”
How to Use As
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOne of English's most common small words — used for comparisons, timing, roles, and reasons.
Word Forms
ases plural, asses plural
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She sang _____ she worked.
Etymology
A shortened, worn-down form of Old English eallswā ("just so, all so"), which also gave us the word "also."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for as
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What does “as” mean?
The word “as” means used to compare two things that are equal, alike, or happening at the same time. In plain terms, one of English's most common small words — used for comparisons, timing, roles, and reasons.
How do you pronounce “as”?
“As” is pronounced uhz (/əz/ in IPA).
How do you use “as” in a sentence?
Here is “as” used in a sentence: “She sang as she worked.”
What is another word for “as”?
Words with a similar meaning to “as” include although, whilst and seeing that.
What part of speech is “as”?
Depending on how it is used, “as” can be a conjunction, a preposition and an adverb.
Where does the word “as” come from?
The word “as” comes from Old English. A shortened, worn-down form of Old English eallswā ("just so, all so"), which also gave us the word "also.".
Is “as” a common word?
“As” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
How many meanings does “as” have?
“As” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: used to compare two things that are equal, alike, or happening at the same time.
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