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both of us were vs both of us was

The correct phrase is 'both of us were.' 'Both of us' is a plural subject, so it should be followed by the plural verb 'were.' 'Both of us was' is incorrect because 'was' is singular and does not agree with the plural subject.

Last updated: March 25, 2024 • 7389 views

both of us were

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'both of us were' when referring to actions or states that involve two people. 'Were' is the correct past tense form of the verb 'to be' for plural subjects like 'both of us.'

Examples:

  • Both of us were at the party last night.
  • I told both of us were going to the concert.
  • Both of us were happy with the outcome.
  • They said both of us were invited to the event.
  • We realized both of us were wrong about the time.
  • Jul 29, 2024 ... Met the incomparable Snoop Dogg. ✓ Both of us were born and raised in Long Beach City, California, and graduated from Long Beach Polytechnic ...
  • Oct 9, 2024 ... Archived post. Join. Options. Report. I feel like both of us were just riding out the lag at that point . Video. This video is no longer ...
  • Sep 3, 2024 ... Both of us were always pointing in a direction. Trusting in my darling little bro he's now always sending me in the right one. With correct outerwear.
  • Aug 7, 2024 ... Both of us were feeling particularly neutral today. Hope you're watching us streaming on our digital platforms now at 3pm. Then join us on our linear station ...
  • Mar 25, 2023 ... 1545 likes, 24 comments - meganfalley on March 25, 2023: "both of us were a bit gobsmacked by the unrelenting beauty of arizona BUT we are ...
  • Nov 10, 2023 ... EA... marauder (and other mobs) disappeared, lost thread - both of us were alive. adamsmith42 ...
  • Sep 28, 2024 ... Rahul T. and I met 15 or so years ago; both of us were “ethical hackers” and amongst the top cybersecurity trainers in India.
  • Both of us were lost before we found each other ❤️ ... Funny how's those things work out isn't it. God's timing is always perfect. ... Such a lovely picture.
  • Feb 23, 2016 ... My new partner kissed me for a long time ,both of us got sore throats, but before we kissed both of us were not sick at all, how can we get sick ...
  • Aug 21, 2018 ... Okaukuejo Camp: We visited the restaurant at lunch time - both of us were ill later - See 2357 traveler reviews, 1912 candid photos, ...

Alternatives:

  • We both were
  • The two of us were
  • Both of them were
  • Both of you were
  • Both of them were

both of us was

This phrase is incorrect in English.

  • "Both of Us" was released to critical acclaim, most praising Swift's feature, with some calling the collaboration as a sweet and melodic catchy song. It ...
  • Nov 8, 2018 ... The goal for both of us was to get hands-on research experience and to decide whether we would like to pursue this type of career. Arriving ...
  • Sep 16, 2024 ... ... both of us was extraordinary. Now I can welcome this incredible human being and actor and dreamer to being a fellow Emmy award winner! I am ...
  • "Both of Us" was released to critical acclaim, most praising Swift's feature, with some calling the country rap collaboration as a sweet and melodic catchy song ...
  • 3 days ago ... Hitoshi Tomii (@hitoshitomii1). 9 Replies. 398 Likes. @Elvisbatzthelab throwbackthursday remember this day like yesterday! Both of us was ...
  • A gift that she gave both of us was patience: she taught us how to cook, bake, sew, clean house, etc. and never needed to punish us.
  • ... both of us was our children. We have 5 amazing children, and keeping our family intact was the motivation to keep learning and growing. So glad we did. The ...
  • Dec 8, 2020 ... What shocked both of us was, only five of these became Christians. I was disappointed, and began to wonder if I was taking the wrong ...
  • The most memorable part of the day for both of us was seeing each other at the end of the isle. It was such a magical moment, especially since we did not do ...
  • ... Both of Us was an excellent view of what Alzheimer's looks like to a child. Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2015. Remembering for Both of Us was ...

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