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What pronoun should be used for neither?
As an adjective or pronoun meaning “not either,” neither is usually followed by a singular verb and referred to by a singular personal pronoun: Neither lawyer prepares her own briefs.
Is neither plural or singular?
Is it ‘neither is’ or ‘neither are’? Neither is usually used with a singular verb, as in “Neither one is here.” But sometimes, especially when a prepositional phrase with a plural in it comes between neither and the verb, a plural verb is used, as in “Neither of those are going to work.”
Is neither/nor example?
Neither/nor are used together to state 2 or more things are untrue or won’t happen. For example: Neither the blue one nor the red one is available in size 4. I will neither call you nor send you a message before midday.
Which part of speech is neither?
neither
| part of speech: | conjunction |
|---|---|
| part of speech: | adjective |
| definition: | not either; not one or the other. Neither plan has worked. |
| part of speech: | pronoun |
| definition: | not either; not one person or thing or the other. She asked two different people for directions, but neither could help her. |
What is the difference between either and neither?
Remember, neither is often used when both options are not acceptable. Either tends to be used in a positive way, when one option will be chosen. If you get confused with these two words, do not worry!
What is the difference between either and neither in grammar?
Lesson 2: The Difference between Either and Neither The word “either” is used with a negative verb (e.g. have NOT). The word “neither” is used with an affirmative (positive) verb (e.g. have).
What does neither of the books or neither one mean?
= Neither book was very good. When the two things are of the same type – as in two books – we can say neither of the books or neither book. When someone offers you a choice between two things, and you dislike both or you don’t want the first thing or the second thing, you can respond with “Neither” or “Neither one.”
Is it correct to Say “Me Neither” or “Me Too”?
If you also hate carrots, you have to say “Me too!” since the previous sentence does not have “NOT” in it. Note: The word never makes a sentence negative. For example, “I have never been there.” / “Me neither.” This is correct. So what’s the difference between either and neither?
Can you use neither as a conjunction with nor?
We can use neither as a conjunction with nor. It connects two or more negative alternatives. This can sound formal in speaking: Neither Brian nor his wife mentioned anything about moving house. (Brian didn’t mention that they were moving house and his wife didn’t mention that they were moving house.)