Definitions
- Used in mathematical operations to indicate subtraction. - Referring to a negative or unfavorable situation or circumstance. - Talking about the absence or removal of something.
- Indicating exclusion or leaving out someone or something. - Used to introduce a clause that contrasts with what has been said previously. - Talking about everything or everyone but a specific thing or person.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words indicate exclusion or the absence of something.
- 2Both can be used as prepositions.
- 3Both are commonly used in written and spoken English.
- 4Both can be used to introduce a contrasting idea or clause.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Minus is primarily used in mathematical contexts, while except is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
- 2Meaning: Minus indicates subtraction or a negative situation, while except indicates exclusion or leaving out someone or something.
- 3Structure: Minus is typically used as a preposition followed by a number or quantity, while except is used as a preposition followed by a noun or pronoun, or as a conjunction introducing a clause.
- 4Formality: Minus is more formal and technical than except, which is more commonly used in everyday language.
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Remember this!
Minus and except are both prepositions used to indicate exclusion or the absence of something. However, minus is primarily used in mathematical contexts to indicate subtraction or a negative situation, while except is more versatile and can be used in various contexts to indicate exclusion or introduce a contrasting idea or clause.
