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  1. Nov 22, 2015 · To the question: Is that $20 dollars for each of us or for both of us? The simple answer without all the useless rhetoric here, is: $20 dollars for the both of you = $10 dollars apiece. The key word here being each .

  2. Both means two of the two things. We don’t use the before both. Both can also be used after pronouns as objects. • As a subject or object, we may also use both of + you/us/them with personal pronouns.

  3. Using 'the' before both and both of is not grammatically correct because 'both' and 'both of' somehow replace the definite article. However, in spoken English, sometimes we can use 'the' before 'both' or 'both of' to add emphasis. For example:

  4. "for the both of us" is a correct and usable part of a sentence in written English. You can use it when referring to two people in a sentence. Here is an example sentence: "We decided that taking a vacation this summer would be beneficial for the both of us.".

  5. Nov 16, 2021 · Summary. The word both refers to each of two people or things. Before a noun, use both. Before a pronoun, use both of. Both destinations are now open to tourists. Both of us are happy. Both and both of can be used interchangeably before a determiner. Both (of) these cakes are delicious.

  6. Dec 11, 2018 · For example: • We're both 20. Or • (The) both of us are 20. I don't mean to include the person I'm talking to. Which one is more appropriate?

  7. Mar 28, 2024 · When you want to talk about two people together, you might wonder if you should say “both of you” or “you both“. Here’s the simple difference: “Both of you” focuses more on the individuals. It’s like pointing out each person. For example, “I have gifts for both of you.”