same

adjective
UK: /seɪm/
US: /seɪm/

  1. Exactly alike; not different.

    1. We have the same shoes. [ ] [ ]
    2. My brother and I have the same birthday, which is quite a coincidence. [ ] [ ]

  2. Used to refer to someone or something already mentioned.

    1. She is the same woman I saw yesterday. [ ] [ ]
    2. If you cook the vegetables today, they will taste the same tomorrow after being refrigerated. [ ] [ ]

  3. Unchanged; in a similar state or condition.

    1. Everything is still the same here. [ ] [ ]
    2. Despite the difficulties, he remained the same optimistic person we all knew and loved. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

equivalent identical alike similar equal
same noun

  1. The identical thing or person.

    1. They are the same, identical twins. [ ] [ ]
    2. Treat everyone the same, regardless of their background or beliefs. [ ] [ ]
same adverb

  1. In a similar way; similarly.

    1. I would do the same for you. [ ] [ ]
    2. If you feel unwell, I would advise you to do the same and see a doctor. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "same" in English means: Exactly alike; not different., Used to refer to someone or something already mentioned., Unchanged; in a similar state or condition..

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

Synonyms for "same": equivalent, identical, alike, similar, equal.

Example usage of "same": "We have the same shoes.". More examples on the page.