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Mark can’t speak Spanish, neither can Paul.
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Mark can’t speak Spanish, neither can Paul.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Giving Information
Mark and Paul don't speak Spanish.
Comparing Abilities
Unlike Maria, neither Mark nor Paul can speak Spanish.
Adding Information
They're both learning French, but Mark and Paul can't speak Spanish.
Responding to a Question
Can Mark and Paul speak Spanish? No, neither of them can.
Rephrased versions
Formal
Mark and Paul are both incapable of speaking Spanish.
Casual
Mark and Paul don't know any Spanish.
Simpler English
Mark and Paul can't speak Spanish.
Phrases to learn
neither...nor
Used to indicate that two or more things are not true.
can't speak Spanish
Is unable to communicate using the Spanish language.