A2 2K

Either

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈaɪðə(r)//ˈiːðə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈiːðər//ˈaɪðər/"]/

Meaning of Either

one or the other of two; it does not matter which

In simple words: one or the other of two options

Either in a sentence

• You can park on either side of the street.
• Either of these approaches will help you reduce costs.
• There are two types of qualification—either is acceptable.
• The offices on either side were empty.
• There's a door at either end of the corridor.

How to use Either

Use 'either' when presenting two choices. It's more formal in written contexts. Avoid using 'either' with more than two options as it becomes incorrect.

Grammar pattern

either + noun or noun

Memory hint

Think of 'either' as in 'either way' — you have two paths to choose.

Related words

Collocations with Either

• either option
• either way
• either choice

Synonyms for Either

• one of two
• any one
• either one

Opposites of Either

• neither
• none

Common mistakes with Either

• 'Either' confused with 'neither'.
• Using 'either' with more than two items.
• Mistaking 'either' as a plural form.

Frequently asked questions about Either

What does Either mean?

one or the other of two options

What is the definition of Either?

one or the other of two; it does not matter which

How do you use Either in a sentence?

You can park on either side of the street.

Can you give another example of Either?

Either of these approaches will help you reduce costs.

What are synonyms for Either?

Common alternatives include one of two, any one, either one.

What is the opposite of Either?

Opposite meanings include neither, none.

What words go with Either?

It commonly pairs with either option, either way, either choice.

What are common mistakes when using Either?

'Either' confused with 'neither'. Using 'either' with more than two items. Mistaking 'either' as a plural form.

How do you pronounce Either?

US: /["/ˈiːðər//ˈaɪðər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈaɪðə(r)//ˈiːðə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Either?

Use 'either' when presenting two choices. It's more formal in written contexts. Avoid using 'either' with more than two options as it becomes incorrect.

What CEFR level is Either?

"Either" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.