Double Negative TypeDouble Negative Type - 1
Negative + negative = weak positive Examples: She is not incorrect. (She IS correct) The plan is not without risk. (The plan HAS risk) Time is not unlimited. (Time IS limited) TIP: This type of negative is grammatically acceptable, but should be avoided. It is used when the speakers want to be indirect and avoid offending someone. Double Negative Type 2: Negative + verb + negative = strong negative Examples: I haven’t seen nobody. (I haven’t seen anybody) I can’t get no satisfaction. (I can’t get any satisfaction) Don’t tell me nothing. (Don’t tell me anything) TIP: This type of double negative is sometimes used in informal spoken English. One should avoid using it in academic and professional situations—especially in TOEFL, IELTS, college or job application letters. |
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