Both my parents vs Both of my parents

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Both my parents' is more informal and can be used in casual conversations or informal writing. 'Both of my parents' is more formal and commonly used in written English or formal speech.

Last updated: March 22, 2024

Both my parents

This phrase is correct in informal contexts.

This phrase is more informal and can be used in casual conversations or informal writing.

Examples:

Both my parents are doctors.
Both my parents love to travel.
Both my parents were born in the same city.
Both my parents enjoy cooking.
Both my parents are retired.

Alternatives:

My parents both
My both parents
My parents are both
Both of my parents
My parents, both

Both of my parents

This phrase is correct in formal contexts.

This phrase is more formal and commonly used in written English or formal speech.

Examples:

Both of my parents are teachers.
Both of my parents were born in the same year.
Both of my parents enjoy gardening.
Both of my parents have retired.
Both of my parents live in the same city.

Alternatives:

My parents both
My both parents
My parents are both
Both my parents
My parents, both

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