To vs Too vs Two: The Complete Guide

Three Homophones, Three Different Uses

Quick Answer

To = direction or infinitive (go to, want to). Too = also or excessive (me too, too much). Two = the number 2.

Memory trick: Too has an extra O for "extra" meaning (also/excessive). Two has a W like "tWin" = 2.

When to Use "To"

To is a preposition (showing direction) or marks an infinitive verb.

  • I'm going to the store. → direction ✓
  • I want to help. → infinitive verb ✓
  • Give it to me. → direction/recipient ✓
  • We need to leave. → infinitive verb ✓
  • Talk to her. → direction ✓

When to Use "Too"

Too means "also" or "excessively/very."

  • I want to go too. → also ✓
  • This is too expensive. → excessively ✓
  • Me too! → also ✓
  • You're too kind. → very/excessively ✓
  • It's too late. → excessively ✓

Memory trick: Too has an extra O for "extra" meaning.

When to Use "Two"

Two is simply the number 2.

  • I have two cats. → 2 ✓
  • Give me two minutes. → 2 ✓
  • There are two options. → 2 ✓
  • Two plus two equals four. → 2 ✓
  • It takes two to tango. → 2 ✓

Memory trick: Two has a W like "tWin" (2 people).

Comparison Chart

Word Definition Trick to Remember Example Sentence
To Preposition (direction) or infinitive marker The "default" option—most common "Go to the store."
Too "Also" or "excessively" Extra O = extra meaning "Me too!" / "Too much."
Two The number 2 W like "tWin" = 2 people "I have two dogs."

Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

❌ Incorrect:

"I want to come to!"

✓ Correct:

"I want to come too!"

Why? "Too" means "also"—use it when adding yourself to something.
❌ Incorrect:

"That's to expensive."

✓ Correct:

"That's too expensive."

Why? "Too" indicates excess—use it for "excessively."
❌ Incorrect:

"I have to cats."

✓ Correct:

"I have two cats."

Why? We're talking about the number 2—use "two."
❌ Incorrect:

"Me to!"

✓ Correct:

"Me too!"

Why? "Too" means "also"—you're saying "me also!"
❌ Incorrect:

"I need too go now."

✓ Correct:

"I need to go now."

Why? "To go" is an infinitive verb—use "to."

Quick Tips

💡 The "Also" Test

Can you replace it with "also"? Use "too." "Me too" = "Me also."

✅ The Number Test

Is it the number 2? Use "two." Easy!

🎯 Default = To

If it's not "also/excessive" and not "2," use "to." It's the most common.

📝 Extra O Trick

"Too" has an extra O for extra meaning (also/excessive).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it "me too" or "me to"?

"Me too" is correct. Too means "also" here. "I like pizza." "Me too!" (I also like pizza).

Is it "too much" or "to much"?

"Too much" is correct. Too indicates excess. "That's too much food." (excessive amount)

Can a sentence have all three?

Yes! "I want to go too, but two tickets are too expensive." Each word has a different role.

What about "too bad"?

"Too bad" is correct. Too means "excessively" here. "That's too bad" = "That's very/excessively unfortunate."

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