in addition
She speaks French and, in addition, she is learning Spanish.
This means she speaks French and is also learning Spanish.
used to introduce something extra or additional
The report highlights several issues. In addition, it suggests solutions.
The report talks about problems and also gives suggestions.
He has a degree in biology. In addition, he holds a certificate in data science.
He has a biology degree and also a data science certificate.
Used at the beginning of a sentence or clause to add information. More formal than 'also' or 'too'.
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Pro Tip
Use 'in addition' for formal writing
Use 'in addition' when writing essays, reports, or formal emails to sound more professional. Avoid using it in casual texts or conversations.
Gold Rule
Follow with a comma
When starting a sentence with 'in addition', always follow it with a comma. Example: 'In addition, she has experience in management.'
Word Origin
From Middle English 'in' (in) + 'addicion' (addition), from Latin 'additio' (an adding to), from 'addere' (to add).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in academic writing, reports, and formal speaking to introduce additional points. Avoid overusing it in casual conversation.