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both these names vs both of these names

Both "both these names" and "both of these names" are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "Both these names" is more informal and commonly used in spoken English, while "both of these names" is more formal and appropriate for written English.

Last updated: March 19, 2024 • 863 views

both these names

This phrase is correct and commonly used in spoken English.

This phrase is more informal and commonly used in spoken English to refer to two specific names.

Examples:

  • I like both these names for the new product.
  • Both these names are popular in our family.
  • 13 hours ago ... I know more boys named Morgan and Avery than girls. Both names are considered unisex. I'm having a boy and took both these names off my ...
  • Aurora Maeve (I love both these names.) Lillia Rose (Really like the name Lillia and paired with Rose makes the whole combination very pretty.).
  • Her names (nombres) are Ada María (and she always uses both these names), her primer apellido (father's family name) is Guerrero and her segundo apellido ...
  • May 8, 2015 ... Interestingly, before the arrival of the second royal baby, both these names were top contenders among British bookmakers. On Monday, it was ...

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both of these names

This phrase is correct and more formal, suitable for written English.

This phrase is more formal and appropriate for written English to refer to two specific names.

Examples:

  • I like both of these names for the new product.
  • Both of these names are common in our culture.
  • Both of these names mean "prosperous". A perfect match for twins that are destined to go far. Check out our printable names list to help you select yours. Boy/girl ...
  • Both of these names were popular in 2013. Joshua was just outside of the top 10 names and Jackson, a new entry in the top 100, ranked 69th. These names ...
  • Jul 21, 2015 ... Both of these names end with -son and they both come from Old French roots. Pierson is cool and unusual and the perfect uncommon ...
  • My daughter is never confused for a boy and both of these names have been used for years. I'm a little confused why anyone would think jaxson is a trendy ...

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