Which is correct:
"Me and my friends" or "My friends and I"?

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Me and my friends

This phrase is correct in informal contexts and is commonly used in casual conversations.

This phrase is used in informal settings when talking about oneself and one's friends. It is more commonly used in spoken English rather than in formal writing.

Examples:

  • Me and my friends are going to the movies tonight.
  • Do you want to come with me and my friends to the party?
  • It was just me and my friends hanging out at the park.
  • Me and my friends always have a great time together.
  • The concert was amazing, me and my friends loved it.

Alternatives:

  • my friends and I
  • my friends and me
  • my friends and myself
  • my friends and I are
  • my friends and I will

My friends and I

This phrase is correct in formal contexts and is more appropriate for written or formal speech.

This phrase is used in formal settings when talking about oneself and one's friends. It is more commonly used in written English or formal speech.

Examples:

  • My friends and I are planning a trip to Europe.
  • Would you like to join my friends and me for dinner?
  • My friends and I studied together for the exam.
  • It was a great experience for my friends and me.
  • My friends and I always support each other.

Alternatives:

  • me and my friends
  • my friends and me
  • my friends and myself
  • my friends and I are
  • my friends and I will
Both "me and my friends" and "my friends and I" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Me and my friends" is more informal and commonly used in casual conversations, while "my friends and I" is more formal and appropriate for written or formal speech.

Last updated: March 21, 2024

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