This document provides an explanation of the differences between the words "like" and "as" in English. It outlines five main uses: 1. "As" is used to mean "in the same way" and is followed by a subject and verb, while "like" is more casual. 2. "As" is used in comparisons of equality and inferiority. 3. "Such as" can replace "like" when giving examples. 4. "As" is used as a preposition to indicate a person's job or profession. 5. "As" is used in certain expressions like "as you know" or "as expected."

1. UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL DE
CHIMBORAZO
FACULTAD DE CIENCIAS DE LA EDUCACIÓN, HUMANAS Y
TECNOLOGÍAS
ESCUELA DE IDIOMAS
GRAMMAR V
LIKE VS AS
INTEGRANTS
PATRICIA VINUEZA
RONALD MARROQUÍN
2015

2. LIKE VS AS
"Like "and" as "are often confused in English. Both can be used to make comparisons or
talk about similarities. It is very common in American English use "like" instead of
"as". However, it is generally considered casual use in this way. The following is an
explanation of the various uses of these two words.
USES
1. "As" means "in the same way" or "in the same condition." Unlike "like",
"Ace" is followed by a subject and a verb.
Structure
EXAMPLES
 She worked hard on the project, as she always does.
 Nobody paints as Picasso did.
2. "As" is used in comparative sentences of inferiority and equality. See the
lessonof comparative and superlative for more information.
EXAMPLES
 John can run as fast as Peter.
 My dad doesn't have as much energy as he used to have.

3. 3. "Such as" could be used instead of “like” is used to display examples.
EXAMPLES
 I play many sports, such as football, basketball and tennis.
 There are many things we can do to protect the environment, such as recycling or using
renewable energy sources.
 Some people, such as my friend Carol, don't like to travel.
4. When it is a preposition, "as" means paper or profession of something or
someone.
EXAMPLES
 She started working as a teacher 5 years ago.
 We used to live here, but now we are using the apartment as a painting studio.
 "As" can be used as a conjunction or a preposition.
Note: Be careful, the use of either can change the direction.
 As your teacher, I suggest you study more.
 Like your teacher, I suggest you study more.
5. "As" is used in some expressions.
EXAMPLES
 As you know, this is not the first time your son has been a problem in class.
 As expected, Ben was late for class again today.
 As I said, I hope this is the last time you are late.
 Here is the report, as requested.

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