* "même" is the most common translation and can be used in various contexts.
* "identique" is used when you want to emphasize that something is exactly the same, like a copy.
* "pareil" is used when you're comparing two things and want to say they are similar.
Here are some examples:
* "C'est la même chose." (It's the same thing.)
* "Il a acheté le même livre que moi." (He bought the same book as me.)
* "Ils ont des goûts identiques." (They have identical tastes.)
* "Ce tableau est pareil que celui-là." (This painting is the same as that one.)
Choosing the right word depends on the nuance you want to convey.