What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
alike
Example
The twins look so alike that it's hard to tell them apart. [alike: adjective]
Example
The two companies' products are alike in quality and price. [alike: adverb]
like
Example
She sings like an angel. [like: preposition]
Example
I like chocolate ice cream. [like: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Like is more commonly used than alike in everyday language, and is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between alike and like?
Alike is more formal than like, and is typically used in more academic or professional contexts.
