autant

The French word "autant" can mean different things depending on the context. Here are the main meanings:

1. As much / As many – used for comparisons:

   • Il a autant d'argent que moi. → He has as much money as I do.
   • Elle a autant de livres que toi. → She has as many books as you.

2. So much / So many – used for emphasis:

   • Pourquoi autant de bruit ? → Why so much noise?

3. Might as well / Just as well – in expressions like:

   • Autant partir maintenant. → Might as well leave now.