HSK 6
或A或B
Either A or B
Explanation
The 'either A or B' structure is used to emphasize the diversity or difference in degree or quality of a thing or matter. It means 'it could be A or it could be B', but usually carries the implication that no matter the degree, there is no exception. This structure usually goes with pairs of adjectives that are contrasting or complementary, such as 'either big or small' or 'either high or low'.
Examples
Learn “或A或B” effectively
The grammar point “或A或B” (Either A or B) is one of the key structures at HSK 6. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.
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