preposition

just like

just LYKE

Just like (preposition) means Exactly the same as, or in exactly the same way as; used to draw a close comparison. Example: “She sounds just like her mother on the phone.”

preposition

Exactly the same as, or in exactly the same way as; used to draw a close comparison.

"She sounds just like her mother on the phone."

"It tastes just like the real thing."

conjunction

informal In the same way that; used before a clause to compare two situations.

"Just like we did last year, we'll open the doors at seven."

phrase

In 'just like that', used to say something happened suddenly and with no effort or warning.

"He handed in his notice and left, just like that."

How to Use Just like

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishExactly the same as something else.

When to use it

Neutral to informal; the clause use is spoken rather than formal.

Memory tip

Just here means exactly, not only, so 'just like you' means precisely like you.

Easily confused with

just like vs just as just like vs alike

Common pairings

just like me just like that just like always looks just like

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Synonyms

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exactly like the same as identical to

Rhymes for just like

Ike bike mike Nike like dike hike pike alike spike strike unlike

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between just like and just as?

Traditionally, like introduces a noun and as introduces a clause with its own verb: 'just like his father' but 'just as his father did'. In careful writing keep that split; in speech 'just like I said' is extremely common and perfectly understood.

What does 'that's just like you' mean?

It means the behaviour is exactly what one would expect from that person. Tone decides everything: it can be affectionate teasing or a pointed criticism.

Is 'just like that' the same as 'suddenly'?

Close, but it adds ease as well as speed. 'Just like that' suggests something happened with surprisingly little effort or ceremony, often snapped with the fingers for effect.