What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
with
Example
I cut the vegetables with a sharp knife. [with: preposition]
Example
She went to the party with her friends. [with: preposition]
Example
He painted the house with his brother's help. [with: preposition]
alongside
Example
The boat sailed alongside the pier. [alongside: adverb]
Example
She worked alongside her colleagues to finish the project. [alongside: preposition]
Example
The concert was held alongside the food festival. [alongside: preposition]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
With is more commonly used in everyday language, while alongside is less common and more formal.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between with and alongside?
With is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while alongside is more formal and less common.
