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Session 66

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Different uses of 'well'

Beth teaches different ways to use 'well'.

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Beth

The adverb well means in a good way. It’s often related to health.

I haven't been well. In fact, I've been off work for a few days.
You've made this skirt very well. You're good at sewing.

Also as an adverb, well can be used to emphasise adjectives and prepositions.

The library is beautiful. It's well worth visiting.

Again, as an adverb, well can mean 'thoroughly'.

I'm happy to ask Harry for help. I know him well.

Finally, in speaking, we often use well at the start of a phrase, particularly when we're thinking about what we want to say.

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Well

Well is an adverb that means 'in a good way'. It’s often used about health.

  • You don't look well. Do you want to sit down?
  • You did incredibly well in the essay. I gave you full marks. 

Also as an adverb, well can be used to emphasise adjectives and prepositions.

  • We can't afford this meal. It costs well more than I expected. 

Again, as an adverb, well can mean 'thoroughly'.

  • Cook the chicken well. It needs at least an hour in the oven. 

Finally, in speaking, we often use well at the start of a phrase, particularly when we're thinking about what we want to say.

  • What did she say to you?
  • Well, I don't think I should talk about it really. It's a secret. 

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