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In this lesson we will learn how to use ‘too’ and ‘so’.
Hi, everybody. Today, we’re going to learn how to agree with an affirmative statement using ‘too’ and ‘so’.
Can’t I just say ‘I agree’?
Of course, Alice. But there are different ways of saying the same thing. What do you think about this restaurant?
I think it’s great. The food is delicious.
Yes. I think the food is delicious, too. By adding ‘too’ at the end of the sentence I mean that I have the same opinion as you.
I think I get it. It’s like saying you ‘also’ like the food, right?
Right. I can use it in other contexts, too. When two or more things or people have something in common, we use ‘too’.
I see. I am American, and you are American too. We have that in common.
My house is big, and yours is too. And what about ‘so’? Do you remember how to use it?
Yes. I am American, and so are you.
You love the food in this restaurant and so do I.
Your house is big, and so is mine.
That’s it! Notice that we use the same auxiliary verb with ‘so’ and ‘too’ as we use in the original statement.
For example, if you say that you can speak Spanish, I will use ‘can’ when I respond: ‘I can, too’, or ‘So can I’
Got it! And I also noticed that we start a sentence with ‘so’ and end one with ‘too’.
Absolutely right, Alice! Let’s listen to some dialogues with more examples.
Hi, Trey. Guess what? I’m going to college next year.
That’s great news! And what a coincidence! I’m going, too!
Which college?
I’ll go to Harris County Community College.
No way!! Me, too!! I think we’ll love it!
Me, too!
Hey, Bridget. How’s it going? Are you having a good time at college?
Definitely!
So am I. I’ve met some very interesting people.
So have I. And it’s only been a week. I think college is going to be a fantastic experience.
So do I. Hey, I’ve got to go. See you around.
Yeah. See you!
I am American, and you are American, too.
My house is big, and yours is too.
I am American, and so are you.
You love the food in this restaurant and so do I.
Your house is big, and so is mine.
So am I. I’ve met some very interesting people.
So have I. And it’s only been a week.