Neither

usgb/ˈniːðər,ˈnaɪðər/
conjunction

Used to introduce a further negative statement.

He neither drinks nor smokes.
Visual representation of "neither" - Used to introduce a further negative statement.

Often appears as...

  • neither...nor
  • neither do i
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Visual representation of "neither"
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Negative Phrases

Use 'neither' for connecting negative phrases without repeating 'not'.

Illustration for Negative Phrases
The car is neither fast nor reliable.
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Paired With 'Nor'

'Neither' is often paired with 'nor' to discuss two negative choices or situations.

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Neither the manager nor the employees were happy with the decision.
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Emphasize Rejection

Use 'neither' to emphasize rejection or denial of two elements or scenarios.

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He offered me coffee or tea, but I wanted neither.
Visual representation of the word "Neither"

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