Beside vs Besides

Beside means next to or at the side of something.

  • She sat beside me.
  • The hotel is beside the river.
  • Put the chair beside the table.

Besides means in addition to or apart from.

  • Besides English, he speaks Kiswahili.
  • What besides money do you need?
  • Besides, we have another problem.

Simple guide

Beside = next to.
Besides = in addition to.