I don't speak english very often.
Can you tell me if I can use "for" instead of "because" in a sentence like:
Choose X for either choices are good?
Please tell me about the "for" not about other mistake. Thanks!
2007-03-15 21:00:40 · 10 answers · asked by viktorpopescu 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
Choose X for both are good! I use "for" very often and I thought I was crazy. thanks for answering.
2007-03-15 21:19:42 · update #1
It's considered a little outdated - or British. Americans don't often use 'for' in that context, but it is technically correct.
2007-03-15 21:06:10 · answer #1 · answered by dukefenton 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah it does sound kinda weird to say the least.
I would personally say it like this:
"Choose X because either choice is good."
The word "either" demands a singular term, NOT plural!
Don`t you agree it sounds better with a "because" rather than a "for"?
P.S. What is your first language by the way? Just curious.
2007-03-16 05:41:11 · answer #2 · answered by Devilish Angel 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are lots of problems with the sentence you suggested but I will only answer the question that you asked.
Yes. You can use the word "for" instead of because" in that sentence. But, this usage is not common in everyday speech (at least not in American English).
2007-03-16 04:06:52 · answer #3 · answered by sissyboystud 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Since both "choices are good" then you don't require the use of the word 'for' or 'because'.
It should be:
Choose one, either choice is good.
Or:
Choose either one or the other. ( either/or)
For example why tell a person to choose X if both are good choices?
2007-03-16 07:01:59 · answer #4 · answered by VelvetRose 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's one of those sentences that are some what acceptable, but just sounds stupid. In Canada at least, I'm not sure if it's a popular way to say something for the Brits, or Australians, or whoever, but all in all it sounds stupid, don't talk like that
2007-03-16 05:01:59 · answer #5 · answered by Allen S 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Choose X because either choice is good?
Not "for" and "either" is singular so it needs "is".
2007-03-16 04:03:45 · answer #6 · answered by ignoramus 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In this case, I would not use either "for" or "becuase;" I would use the word "since:" "Choose X, since either choice is good."
2007-03-16 04:05:16 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
"I saw This Movie for the high adrenaline action sequences!" :D
"I saw This Movie because it had high adrenaline action sequences!" :D
Same idea, both utilizing "for" and "because". Hope this helps. :)
2007-03-16 04:04:19 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you are correct in the statement. But unfortunately, it is not commonly used that way any more.
2007-03-16 04:04:18 · answer #9 · answered by didjlord 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can, but to some it may be a little confusing.
2007-03-16 04:04:41 · answer #10 · answered by terri d 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋