Translation guide
The English word "also" is used to add information, indicate similarity, or express "too" or "as well." In Japanese, the most common equivalent is も (mo), but other expressions like また (mata), さらに (sara ni), and にも (nimo) are used depending on context and formality. This guide covers the main ways to express "also" naturally in Japanese.
I also like sushi.
She also went.
Adding an item or person to a statement, similar to "X also does Y" or "X does Y too."
The particle も replaces は, が, or を to mean "also" or "too." It is the most common and versatile way to express "also" in Japanese. It can be used with nouns, pronouns, and even some phrases.
I am also a student.
He can also speak English.
Coffee, too, please.
Combination of に (location/direction/indirect object marker) and も, used when the added element would normally take に. It means "also to/at/for."
I told him, too.
Combination of で (location/means marker) and も, used when the added element would normally take で. It means "also at/by/with."
Adding another fact or action, often at the beginning of a sentence or clause, similar to "also, ..." or "in addition."
A conjunction meaning "also," "in addition," or "furthermore." Commonly used in both spoken and written Japanese to add information.
Expressing that something applies to two or more items, often with emphasis.
A common pattern meaning "not only ... but also ..." The first item is marked with だけでなく, and the second with も.
Expressing that an action is also performed, often in formal or written contexts.
A more emphatic or formal way to say "also," often used in writing. It can sound redundant in casual speech.
While また can mean "also," it is primarily used to add a new statement or fact, not to simply say "me too" or "I also like X." For those, use も.
I will go too. (Not 私また行きます。)
も is a particle that attaches to nouns and some phrases to mean 'also/too.' また is a conjunction used at the beginning of a sentence or clause to add information. さらに is more formal and means 'furthermore.'
He is also a teacher.
東京にも行きたいです。
I want to go to Tokyo, too.
You can also go by bus.
They also sell it at this store.
また、新しい店もオープンしました。
Also, a new store has opened.
He is a doctor, and also a writer.
Means "furthermore" or "in addition." Slightly more formal than また, often used in presentations or writing.
Furthermore, the price is also lower.
Literally "adding to that," used in formal or written contexts to mean "in addition" or "also."
In addition, new regulations were introduced.
He can speak not only English but also Chinese.
This restaurant is not only delicious but also cheap.
Similar to だけでなく, but slightly more formal or literary. Means "not only ... but also."
He is good not only at studying but also at sports.
He also attended the meeting.
Also, let's meet tomorrow.
I also want to go.