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Autor:  Tiago T.
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Data:  19/OUT/2007 5:47 PM
Assunto:  EITHER
 
Mensagem:  Carlos,

You can only use the adverb either to agree with a negative statement:

- I don't like hot-dog.

- Me either. / Neither do I.


Bear in mind that neither do I is more frequently heard. Me either is more common in informal American English.

Therefore, the dialog below is considered wrong concerning the usage of either:

- I like hot-dog.

- Me either.


As you've already mentioned, the correct response would be Me too.


I hope that helps,

Tiago


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 English Made in Brazil -- English, Portuguese, & contrastive linguistics
EITHER  –  Carlos Petkovisk  19/OUT/2007, 4:38 PM
 EITHER  –  Tiago T.  19/OUT/2007, 5:47 PM
EITHER  –  Dale/CR  20/OUT/2007, 1:23 AM
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