aside

word

/əˈsaɪd/
uh-SYD
/ɐsˈaɪd/
uh-SYD

Definition

Used to mean to one side or away from the main area. It can also mean something said separately from the main discussion, especially a short comment.

Usage & Nuances

Often appears in patterns like 'step aside', 'put something aside', and 'set aside'. As a noun, 'an aside' is a brief comment not meant as the main point. Don't confuse it with 'beside', which usually means 'next to'.

Example Sentences

She moved aside to let me pass.

basic

He pulled the chair aside.

basic

Aside from math, she likes science too.

basic

Can I take you aside for a second?

natural

He made a quick aside about the weather and kept going.

natural

Let’s put our differences aside and finish this project.

natural