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You're only 2 years older than me vs You're only older than me by 2 years

Both phrases are correct, but they convey the information in slightly different ways. The first phrase 'you're only 2 years older than me' directly states the age difference, while the second phrase 'you're only older than me by 2 years' emphasizes the comparison by mentioning 'by'. Both can be used depending on personal preference or the context.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 1766 views

You're only 2 years older than me

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express the age difference between two people.

This phrase is used to directly state the age difference between two individuals, emphasizing the specific number of years.

Examples:

  • You're only 2 years older than me, so we should get along well.
  • She's only 2 years older than her sister.
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Alternatives:

  • You're just 2 years older than me.
  • You're only 2 years my senior.

You're only older than me by 2 years

This phrase is also correct and conveys the age difference by emphasizing the comparison using 'by'.

This phrase is used to highlight the comparison in age between two individuals, specifying the number of years by which one person is older than the other.

Examples:

  • You're only older than me by 2 years, so we're quite close in age.
  • She's only older than her brother by 2 years.

Alternatives:

  • You're only 2 years older than me.
  • You're just 2 years my senior.

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