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Either

ˈiðər
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
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или, любой из двух, также, в любом случае

Either meanings in Russian

или

Example:
You can have either coffee or tea.
Ты можешь выпить или кофе, или чай.
Either option is acceptable.
Любой из вариантов приемлем.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in choices or alternatives.
Note: Used to present two or more options.

любой из двух

Example:
Either of them can help you.
Любой из них может помочь тебе.
You can choose either one of the two books.
Ты можешь выбрать любой из двух книг.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to indicate any one of two people or things.
Note: Indicates that one of the mentioned options is sufficient.

также

Example:
He doesn't like apples, and I don't either.
Он не любит яблоки, и я тоже.
She isn't coming, and neither am I.
Она не придет, и я тоже.
Usage: informalContext: Used to agree with a negative statement.
Note: Commonly found in conversational contexts.

в любом случае

Example:
Either way, we need to finish the project.
В любом случае, нам нужно закончить проект.
Either way, it will be fine.
В любом случае, все будет хорошо.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to indicate that the outcome does not depend on the choice.
Note: Often used to emphasize inevitability.

Either's synonyms

any

The word 'any' is used to refer to one or some of a thing or number of things, without specifying or limiting the selection.
Example: You can choose any of the two options.
Note: Unlike 'either', 'any' does not suggest a choice between two specific options.

one

The word 'one' indicates a single item or option out of a group.
Example: You can pick one item from the menu.
Note: While 'either' implies a choice between two options, 'one' simply refers to a single item.

each

The word 'each' is used to refer to every individual or item in a group separately.
Example: Each participant will receive a certificate.
Note: Unlike 'either', 'each' does not imply a choice between two options but rather focuses on individual items within a group.

Either expressions, common phrases

either/or

Used to present two alternatives or options, indicating a choice between them.
Example: You can either go to the party or stay home.
Note: The phrase 'either/or' emphasizes the exclusivity of the choices presented.

either way

Indicates that the speaker is indifferent to the outcome or that both options are acceptable.
Example: I'll be happy either way, so you decide.
Note: The phrase 'either way' signifies acceptance of both possibilities.

either day

Refers to any of the two specified days, without preference for one over the other.
Example: We can meet either day next week, whichever works best for you.
Note: The phrase 'either day' indicates flexibility in choosing between two options.

either side

Denotes both of two sides or directions, typically used in spatial contexts.
Example: The road has houses on either side.
Note: The phrase 'either side' specifies both sides without favoring one over the other.

either party

Refers to any of the two parties or individuals, usually in a contractual or legal context.
Example: The agreement is beneficial to either party involved.
Note: The phrase 'either party' suggests equality or relevance of both parties.

either one

Indicates a choice between two options or alternatives, without preference stated.
Example: You can choose to buy either one of these dresses.
Note: The phrase 'either one' highlights the selection of one out of two options.

either day now

Indicates that something is expected to happen very soon or imminently.
Example: The package should arrive either day now.
Note: The phrase 'either day now' emphasizes the imminent timing of an expected event.

Either - Examples

Either you come with us or you stay here alone.
Либо ты идешь с нами, либо остаешься здесь один.
You can have either the blue or the red shirt.
Ты можешь взять либо синюю, либо красную рубашку.
I can't decide which movie to watch, either action or comedy.
Я не могу решить, какой фильм посмотреть, либо боевик, либо комедию.

Either grammar

Either - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: either
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): either
Syllables, Separation and Stress
either Contains 2 syllables: ei • ther
Phonetic transcription: ˈē-t͟hər
ei ther , ˈē t͟hər (The red syllable is stressed)

Either - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
either: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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