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either

The correct spelling is either.

How to pronounce either

adverb

IPA: /ˈaɪð.ə(ɹ)/

Say it like: Ayt-her

The correct spelling is either. (after a negative) As well. For example: "I don't like him, and I don't like her either."

Usage Examples

I don't like him, and I don't like her either.

He made me two offers, but I did not accept either.

Either you eat your dinner or you go to your room.

Meanings

adverb

  1. 1.(after a negative) As well.

pronoun

  1. 1.One or other of two people or things.
  2. 2.Both, each of two or more.

conjunction

  1. 1.Introduces the first of two (or occasionally more) options or possibilities, the second (or last) of which is introduced by “or”.

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