Too

Definition

Too is an adverb used to indicate an excessive degree, agreement, or inclusion in addition to something already mentioned.

Parts of Speech

• Adverb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /tuː/
• Respelling: TOO

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /tuː/
• Respelling: TOO

Etymology

The word "too" originates from Middle English "to," used as an intensifier, and Old English "tō," meaning "in addition" or "excessively." It is related to Proto-Germanic "*taiwaz" and Proto-Indo-European "*deiw-" meaning "to point out" or "to assign."

Derivatives

• Too much (phrase)
• Too many (phrase)
• Overly (adverb, related)
• Too-too (adjective, archaic, meaning excessively refined or precious)
• Toon (informal play on "too," often used in expressions like "cartoon")

Synonyms

• Also
• Additionally
• Excessively

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The adverb "too" is used to indicate excess, as in "It is too hot to go outside." It can also mean "also" or "as well," as in "She is coming, too."

Related Terms

• Also: Used to indicate addition or inclusion.
• As well: Synonymous with "too" in the context of addition.
• Overly: Indicates an excessive degree.

Detailed Definitions

Adverb

• To an excessive degree: Indicates something beyond a desirable or acceptable level.
  • Example: "The soup is too salty."
• In addition; also: Refers to inclusion or agreement with a previously mentioned idea.
  • Example: "He wants to go, too."