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aren't we vs ain't we

Both "aren't we" and "ain't we" are used informally in spoken English to seek confirmation or agreement. However, "aren't we" is more widely accepted and considered more correct than "ain't we."

Last updated: June 10, 2024

aren't we

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal spoken English to seek confirmation or agreement.

This phrase is used to seek agreement or confirmation in a question form. It is considered more formal and correct than "ain't we."

Examples:

  • We're going to the party, aren't we?
  • It's a beautiful day, aren't we lucky?
  • We should leave now, aren't we?
  • You're coming with us, aren't we?
  • We're almost there, aren't we?

Alternatives:

  • aren't I
  • aren't you
  • aren't they
  • aren't you all
  • aren't they all

ain't we

This phrase is considered informal and colloquial, and is often used in spoken English to seek confirmation or agreement.

This phrase is used in informal contexts to seek agreement or confirmation in a question form. It is less formal and more colloquial than "aren't we."

Examples:

  • We're going to have fun, ain't we?
  • It's not fair, ain't we?
  • We're in trouble, ain't we?
  • You're coming along, ain't we?
  • We're a good team, ain't we?

Alternatives:

  • ain't I
  • ain't you
  • ain't they
  • ain't you all
  • ain't they all

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