CEFR B1

nor

conjunction

Meaning

Used to introduce the second or subsequent part of a negative statement, often after 'neither'.

Examples

She doesn't like coffee, nor does she drink tea.
He couldn't swim, nor could he ride a bike.

Synonyms: or, neither, also not, furthermore not

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nor (B1)

conjunction

Pronunciation: /nɔː/

Definition

Used to introduce the second or subsequent part of a negative statement, often after 'neither'.

Examples

She doesn't like coffee, nor does she drink tea.
He couldn't swim, nor could he ride a bike.
They didn't call, nor did they send a message.

How to Use nor

neither...nor (collocation): Used to connect two or more negative alternatives. — "Neither the students nor the teacher knew the answer."
not...nor (collocation): Connects a second negative statement after an initial negative. — "He wasn't invited, nor did he expect to be."

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