Grammar fix
by the same token
reasoning / drawing a parallel
Used to introduce a point or example that follows logically from what was just said, usually to show that the same reasoning applies in a similar situation.
expressionC1occasional
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
- It's important to respect other people's opinions; by the same token, they should respect yours.reasoning
- Some people argue that children should always listen to their parents. By the same token, I believe parents should also listen to their children's opinions, as mutual respect is key in any relationship.IELTS speaking
Fix the pattern
Pattern: statement. By the same token, [related statement].
WrongFor the same token, he's right too.
RightBy the same token, he's right too.
It's 'BY the same token', not 'for'.
Patternstatement. By the same token, [related statement].
Use it right
Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.
'Identical line of reasoning... follows analogously' is heavy; the chunk carries the parallel.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
by the same token + parallelweyou can'tit followshe
Don't confuse it
'By the same token' signals similarity or a parallel, while 'on the other hand' introduces contrast.