Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA |
|---|---|
| por añadidura | /poɾ aɲadiˈduɾa/ |
| de añadido | /de aɲadido/ (from spelling rules) |
The phrases in this pack are used to express that something is being added to a previous point, meaning 'also', 'as well'. For example, you can use Y además to emphasize additional information in many different settings. If you want to say 'also' or 'likewise' specifically in formal writing or speeches, use Asimismo. To say 'on top of that' or 'what's more' with a slight sense of annoyance, you can use the colloquial expression Encima de eso. If you want to say 'in addition' or 'aside from that' informally, use Aparte de eso.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase por añadidura literally translates to 'by addition' or 'by way of addition'.
Which one should you use?
The forms differ primarily in their tone. Por añadidura is a formal expression that can be used interchangeably with además to mean 'in addition' or 'moreover'. In contrast, de añadido is a more colloquial or informal way to express that something is being added or is an extra.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Por añadidura is a formal way to say 'in addition' and is more common in written or academic contexts than in casual speech. De añadido is a more colloquial or informal option. For a versatile option suitable for both formal and informal contexts, use Y además.
How do you pronounce it?
/poɾ aɲadiˈduɾa/
Did you know?
- While por añadidura sounds very sophisticated, using it in a casual conversation might make you sound like a character from a 19th-century novel.
- The word añadidura ends with the suffix -dura, which is also found in English words like 'endure' or 'durable' through the Latin root '-tūra'.
- The concept of 'adding' in añadir shares a linguistic ancestor with the idea of 'extending' or 'stretching' something out.
Examples in context
- Nos gustaría conocer tus habilidades de liderazgo. Además, nos interesa tu experiencia en proyectos colaborativos.We would like to know your leadership skills. In addition, we are interested in your experience in collaborative projects.
- Le entregaremos los documentos solicitados. Igualmente, le enviaremos información adicional por correo electrónico.We will deliver the requested documents to you. Likewise, we will send you additional information by email.
- Vamos a ir a la playa este fin de semana. Aparte de eso, podríamos hacer una barbacoa en el jardín.We are going to go to the beach this weekend. Aside from that, we could have a barbecue in the garden.
- El concierto estuvo genial. Aparte, el cantante nos dedicó una canción especialmente.The concert was great. Besides, the singer dedicated a song to us especially.
- Es un excelente profesional y, por añadidura, es muy amable.He is an excellent professional and, in addition, is very kind.
- El hotel es barato y, por añadidura, está muy limpio.The hotel is cheap and, in addition, is very clean.
- Me gusta esta ciudad y, por añadidura, su clima es ideal.I like this city and, in addition, its climate is ideal.
Example conversation
Lucía and Javier are discussing a bad movie they just watched.
- LucíaLa película fue muy aburrida.The movie was very boring.
- JavierSí, y por añadidura el final no se entiende.Yes, and in addition the ending doesn't make sense.
- LucíaEs verdad, fue una pérdida de tiempo.That's true, it was a waste of time.
- JavierNo volveré a ver nada de ese director.I won't watch anything from that director again.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “in addition” translations and entries por añadidura, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries añadidura, de, por, CC BY-SA 4.0.
