B2 First Vocabulary:

Aside from

“Aside from” is a B2 level phrase that means the same as “except for”. This phrase is typically used in part 1 of the reading and use of English people, but candidates should be encourage to use it in all areas of the exam.

Below are examples of how 'Aside from' could be used in the B2 First (FCE) exam.

Reading and Use of English Part 1:

The weather wasn’t too good, but aside (3)……. that it was a thoroughly enjoyable day.
A. for
B. from
C. of
D. than

Writing Part 2:

“You should definitely come and visit here. Aside from the occasionally thunderstorm the weather is mostly dry and sunny…”

Practice 'Aside from' with the following lessons:

woman in blue sweater beside girl in blue sweater

Writing | Part 1

Home School

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man in black jacket and black pants standing on rocky mountain under white clouds during daytime

Writing | Part 2

Climbing Ben Nevis

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