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"both the books" vs "both books"

Both "both the books" and "both books" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Both the books" is used when referring to specific, previously mentioned books, while "both books" is used when referring to two unspecified books in a general sense.

Last Updated: March 28, 2024

both the books

This phrase is correct when referring to specific, previously mentioned books.

Use "both the books" when you are referring to particular books that have been mentioned before in the conversation or text.

Alternatives:

  • both of the books
  • both those books
  • both these books
  • both those two books
  • both those two books over there

both books

This phrase is correct when referring to two unspecified books in a general sense.

Use "both books" when you are talking about two books in a general context without specifying which books they are.

Alternatives:

  • both of the books
  • both the books
  • both those books
  • both these books
  • both those two books

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