By the way

14th January 2024

We use this expression to introduce a different topic or new idea which may be only partly related to what we were talking about.

Usage

Written:

Yes

Spoken:

Yes

Formal:

Yes

Informal:

Yes

Example 1

Is it Alicia's birthday next week?

Yes, it is. By the way, she's split up with her boyfriend, so don't say anything about him.

Example 2

See you on Saturday evening at 7.00, then.

Right. Oh, by the way, where's the best place to park?