Words / A2

uh-MUNG/əˈmʌŋ/

Among means in the middle of a group of three or more. She sat among her friends. Between is usually for two: between you and me. Among us / among the options is common. Amongst is the same word, a little more old-fashioned British.

Meaning

In the middle of a group.

Examples

• “She sat among her friends.”
• “He is popular among students.”
• “There is a path among the trees.”

Good to know

among = in a group (3+). between = usually two.

Near in meaning

amid

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