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are same with
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "are same with" is not correct in English.
The correct form would be "are the same as." You can use it when comparing two or more items to indicate that they are identical or similar in some way. Example: "The results of the experiment are the same as those from last year."
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Science
News & Media
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
16 human-written examples
The simulation parameters are same with those in section 4.2.
The reaction solution and compositions are same with those of the mechanical shaking treatment.
Science
The main structure and workflow of P-DGKD are same with DGKD.
Science
The mass spectra of nano-azithromycin are shown in Fig. 8, which are same with that of raw azithromycin [33].
Science
If all the sums collide then these dense units are same (with very high probability) and exist in the subspace {d 1,d 2,…,d m }.
Science
Again, five significant band peaks at 680, 826, 1040, 1322, and 1633 cm−1 that are same with the spectrum shown in Fig. 3b were observed.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
44 human-written examples
The reason is same with Uniform traffic.
Science
It's the same with houses".
News & Media
It will be the same with Europeans".
News & Media
It's the same with the props.
News & Media
It's the same with doughnuts".
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use the correct grammatical form, "are the same as", when comparing two or more things. Avoid using "are same with".
Common error
A common mistake is using the preposition "with" instead of "as" after "the same". Remember that the correct phrasing is "the same as", not "same with".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "are same with" functions as a comparative expression, attempting to indicate that two or more entities share similarities or are equivalent. However, according to Ludwig AI, this phrasing is grammatically incorrect. The correct form is "are the same as".
Frequent in
Science
75%
News & Media
22%
Formal & Business
3%
Less common in
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0%
Wiki
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Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "are same with" is a grammatically incorrect construction often intended to express similarity or equivalence. Ludwig AI indicates that the correct phrasing is "are the same as". Although "are same with" appears in various sources, primarily scientific and news-related, its incorrectness impacts clarity and professionalism. When writing, using alternatives such as "are the same as", "are identical to", or "are similar to" will ensure grammatical accuracy and enhance communication.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
are the same as
This is the correct grammatical form to express equivalence.
are identical to
Uses "identical" for emphasis on exact correspondence, avoiding the grammatical error.
are equivalent to
Emphasizes functional or practical equivalence, using correct grammar.
are similar to
Indicates a resemblance without implying exact equivalence, and is grammatically correct.
are comparable to
Suggests a basis for comparison, using correct grammar.
are analogous to
Highlights a parallel or resemblance in certain aspects, grammatically sound.
correspond to
Highlights the relation or connection between two or more things, grammatically correct.
are consistent with
Expresses alignment or agreement between two things, using a grammatically correct structure.
match
Short, direct term for equivalence or correspondence.
align with
Implies agreement or correspondence in direction or purpose.
FAQs
What is the correct way to say something is similar?
The grammatically correct way to express similarity is to say "are the same as". You can also use alternatives like "are similar to" or "are identical to" depending on the level of similarity you want to convey.
Is it ever correct to use "are same with"?
No, "are same with" is not considered grammatically correct in standard English. The correct phrasing is "are the same as".
What's the difference between "are the same as" and ""are similar to""?
"Are the same as" implies that two or more things are identical in all relevant aspects. "Are similar to" indicates that there are resemblances or common attributes, but not necessarily complete identity.
What can I use instead of "are same with" in formal writing?
In formal writing, it is best to use "are the same as", ""are identical to"", or "are equivalent to" to maintain grammatical accuracy and clarity.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
83%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested