Surely you have ever wondered how to write above all or above all since it is pronounced exactly the same and both forms are written everywhere.
Many times, when faced with these doubts about expressions that are written all together or separately, we find the answer that one is correct and the other is not, and many other times we find out that both are correct. But regarding their meanings, both express the same thing? This is the other doubt that usually appears among so many words in the Spanish language.
That’s why we want to help you solve all these doubts in order to improve your vocabulary and learn to analyze, search, compare and apply one or the other as appropriate.
What do you need to write above all or about everything?
- Reading books, magazines, newspapers, etc.
- Dictionaries, paper, pencil.
- Computer with Internet connection.
Instructions for writing above all or above all
- When we doubt about how to write: above all or above all, we must be calm in that both forms are correct, one is a word and the other is a locution, both correct but with totally different meanings and uses.
- The problem is that when we get used to using one or the other interchangeably without knowing if it is correct or not, a bad habit is formed that is very difficult to correct when it starts to bother us.
- To avoid this, the ideal is to investigate and resolve the situation, that is, understand the difference between the two expressions, when one or the other is used, write examples so as not to forget it, insist for a long time so that it is really recorded. What may be obvious to some people may be a real problem to others. This is why you should not feel ashamed for not knowing or for confusing words, meanings or uses, but you have to search and find the solution to improve.
- Overcoat: this is the name given to the loose-fitting and warm garment that is worn over the suit. It is a common, masculine noun. For example, we use this word in the following way: The man bought himself an overcoat that fit very well over his clothes. Or also: When I get my salary, I’ll buy that warm and elegant overcoat that I saw in the corner store.
- On the other hand, the expression above all, composed of two words, is an adverbial locution that means or could be replaced by the words: mostly, mainly, especially. In the following examples you will understand it better:
- Physics, especially, is his biggest difficulty in school. It could be written, for example: Physics, mainly, is his greatest difficulty in school.
- I love classical music, especially Chopin’s. Or: I love classical music, especially Chopin’s.
- I love walking on the beach, especially on cloudy days. Or: I love walking on the beach, mostly on cloudy days.
- Almost every day I try to talk to her on the phone, especially on Sundays, but she never answers. Or: Almost every day I try to get on the phone with her, especially on Sundays, but she never answers.
Tips for writing above all or about everything
- Read in your free time, this is a healthy and enriching habit. Who reads a lot writes well.
- Use dictionaries, either the traditional ones on paper or those provided by web pages.