so will I

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "so will I" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to express agreement or a willingness to do the same as someone else. Example: "If you're going to the party, so will I."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

57 human-written examples

Later he pinned his colours to sterling's mast, asserting that: "As long as that £ stays strong so will i god save the queen".Still, there's no need to overdo the gloom.

The Economist

So will I.

The New Yorker

"And so will I," Sylvia said.

The New Yorker

So will I renew the consultant's contract?

The New York Times

"So will I," he said.

The New York Times

"Pray – and so will I – until next week.

Independent

So will I, I think to myself.

The Guardian - Film

So will I lose all this too?

The Guardian

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

3 human-written examples

So neither will I.

The Guardian - Film

So what will I miss?

The Guardian

So where will I go?

The Guardian - Music

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "so will I" to clearly and concisely express agreement with a preceding statement, ensuring the auxiliary verb matches the original statement's tense and form.

Common error

Avoid using the wrong auxiliary verb. Ensure the auxiliary verb ('will', 'do', 'have', etc.) matches the tense and form of the verb in the original statement you are agreeing with. For instance, if someone says "I have finished", you should respond "so have I", not "so will I".

Linguistic Context

The phrase "so will I" functions as a conjunction and a response indicating agreement or shared intention. It concisely affirms that the speaker intends to perform the same action or experience the same condition as the person they are responding to. Ludwig confirms that this phrase is grammatically correct and appropriate for expressing such agreement.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

97%

Science

1%

Formal & Business

1%

Less common in

Encyclopedias

0%

Wiki

0%

Reference

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "so will I" is a grammatically sound and frequently used phrase for expressing agreement or shared intention. Ludwig confirms its grammatical correctness. It is particularly common in News & Media contexts and maintains a neutral register suitable for diverse settings. Remember to use the correct auxiliary verb to match the original statement's tense and form. Alternatives like "me too" offer more informal options, while phrases like "I also will" or "likewise" provide more direct or formal options.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

I also will

Simple restatement of agreement with a more direct structure.

I shall too

Uses "shall" for a slightly more formal tone.

me too

A very common and informal expression of agreement.

I'll do the same

Expresses willingness to perform the same action.

I intend to as well

More formal and expresses intention to follow suit.

likewise

Concise and formal way of indicating a similar feeling or action.

same here

Informal and emphasizes a shared experience or situation.

that goes for me too

More emphatic agreement, indicating inclusion.

I concur

Formal and signifies agreement, often in professional settings.

count me in

Informal and expresses enthusiastic agreement or participation.

FAQs

How can I use "so will I" in a sentence?

Use "so will I" to indicate that you will do the same thing as someone else. For example, if someone says, "I will go to the store", you can reply, "So will I".

What is a more informal way to say "so will I"?

A more informal alternative to "so will I" is "me too". This is a simple and widely understood way to express agreement.

Is it grammatically correct to say "so do I" instead of "so will I"?

The correct auxiliary verb depends on the original statement. Use "so do I" if the original statement uses a form of "do", such as "I like it". Use "so will I" if the original statement uses "will", such as "I will go".

What's the difference between "so will I" and "I will also"?

"So will I" is a concise way to show agreement with a previous statement containing "will". "I will also" is a more direct statement of your intention, but it's less emphatic about the agreement. In example, if someone says 'I will go' you could reply both with "So will I" or "I will also" depending if you want to emphasize the agreement.