Correlative Conjunctions, Not Only… But Also, Neither… Nor, Either… Or
A correlative conjunction is essentially a coordinate conjunction used in pairs. A correlative conjunction gets its name from the fact that it is a paired conjunction that has a reciprocal or complementary relationship.
Not Only… But Also
- They visited not onlyGermany but alsoSpanish.
- What is needed to be done is not only to work but also to be patient.
- Mark works not only careless but also hasty.
Either… Or
- Either today or tomorrow I must work.
- Either Alex or Samuel will go.
- I’ll either write to you or phone you next week.
Neither… Nor
- Neitherthe employees northe boss was at work.
- Neither you nor I want to go to this part today, so let’s not!
- NeitherMark norhis wife is very tall.
