and

conjunction
UK: /ænd/
US: /ænd/

  1. Used to connect words, phrases, clauses, or sentences.

    1. I like tea and coffee. [ ] [ ]
    2. She went to the store, and then she went home, and cooked dinner. [ ] [ ]

  2. Used to add something similar to what you have already said.

    1. It's warm and sunny today. [ ] [ ]
    2. The food was delicious, and the service was excellent, and i want to go again. [ ] [ ]

  3. Used to show a result or consequence.

    1. Try and catch me! [ ] [ ]
    2. Work hard, and you will succeed, and you can be happy. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

furthermore moreover plus also
and intransitive-verb

  1. To continue or go on.

    1. The show must go on and on. [ ] [ ]
    2. The negotiations anded for several days without a resolution and the sides can't find consensus. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "and" in English means: Used to connect words, phrases, clauses, or sentences., Used to add something similar to what you have already said., Used to show a result or consequence..

The phonetic transcription of "and" is /ænd/ in British English and /ænd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "and": furthermore, moreover, plus, also.

Example usage of "and": "I like tea and coffee.". More examples on the page.