Hi guy's
when to use "beside" and when to use "aside"
if possible please give some examples as well.
Thanks
David
What is the diffrence between "beside and aside" ?
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Re: What is the diffrence between "beside and aside" ?
beside is a preposition, so it always go before a noun or noun phrase
beside = at the side of
The table is beside the bed.
aside is an adverb so it qualifies a verb
aside = to the side, out of the way
After he finished his meal, he pushed his plate aside.
beside = at the side of
The table is beside the bed.
aside is an adverb so it qualifies a verb
aside = to the side, out of the way
After he finished his meal, he pushed his plate aside.
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Re: What is the diffrence between "beside and aside" ?
Thanks Mr.Josef again.
You been very kind to my queries.
David.
You been very kind to my queries.
David.