Pre-Intermediate 11c So, NEITHER+AUX

So, NEITHER+AUX

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Neither is usually pronounced /ˈnaɪðə(r)/ but can also can be pronounced /ˈniːðə(r)/

We use So do I, Neither do I, etc. to say that we have something in common with somebody.

• So + aux+ I to respond positive sentences.
• Neither/Nor + aux + I to respond negative sentences.

The auxiliar we use depends on the tense of the verb the other speacker uses.

Present simpleAux - Do/DoesA: “I enjoy classical music.”B: “So do I.”A: “I don’t like classical music.” B: “Neither do I.”

Present continuous Aux - Am/Is/AreA: “I'm having a great time.” B: “So am I.” A: “I'm not having a great time.” B: “Neither am I.”

Can/ Can'tA: “I can swim.”B: “So can I.”A: “I can't play the piano.” B: “Neither can I.”

Past simpleAux - Did/Was/WerA: “I went to the gym yesterday.” B: “So did I.” A: “I wasn't very tired.” B: “Neither was I.”

Would/Wouldn'tA: “I would like to enter.”B: “So would I.”A: “I wouldn't like to go there.” B: “Neither would I.”

Present perfectAux - Have/HasA: “I've finished my test” B: “So have I.” A: “I haven't been to brazil” B: “Neither have I.”

Examples

A: “I’ve traveled to Italy.” B: “So have I.”A: “I haven’t tried sushi.” B: “Neither have I.”A: “She’s read that book.” B: “So have I.”A: “I haven’t seen the latest movie.” B: “Neither have I.”A: “They’ve visited Paris.” B: “So have I.”A: “I haven’t been to a concert.” B: “Neither have I.”

Examples

A: “I studied chemistry at university.” B: “So did I.” A: “I didn’t like broccoli as a child.” B: “Neither did I.” A: “I was very athletic in high school.” B: “So was I.”A: “He was a great dancer.” B: “So was I.”A: “She didn’t enjoy the concert.” B: “Neither did I.” A: “She wasn't an excellent cook.” B: “neiither was I.”

Examples

A: “I’m watching a movie.” B: “So am I.” A: “She isn’t going to the party.” B: “Neither am I.” A: “They’re playing soccer.” B: “So am I.” A: “I’m not eating meat.” B: “Neither am I.” A: “He’s reading a book.” B: “So am I.” A: “We’re not enjoying the weather.” B: “Neither are we.”

Examples

A: “I like pizza.” B: “So do I.” A: “She doesn’t eat meat.” B: “Neither do I.” A: “They play tennis.” B: “So do I.” A: “I don’t watch horror movies.” B: “Neither do I.” A: “He reads a lot.” B: “So do I.” A: “We don’t like rainy days.” B: “Neither do I.”

Examples

A: “I can run a mile in six minutes.” B: “So can I.” A: “She can’t sing very well.” B: “Neither can I.” A: “He can play the guitar.” B: “So can I.” A: “I can’t swim.” B: “Neither can I.” A: “They can cook.” B: “So can I.” A: “I can’t dance.” B: “Neither can I.”

Examples

A: “I’d love to travel to Japan.” B: “So would I.” A: “I wouldn’t eat insects.” B: “Neither would I.” A: “She’d learn to play the piano.” B: “So would I.” A: “I wouldn’t jump out of an airplane.” B: “Neither would I.” A: “They’d try bungee jumping.” B: “So would I.” A: “I wouldn’t swim with sharks.” B: “Neither would I.”