A or B (lists options/actions, of which one will be chosen/done)
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其れは先生なり親なり、大人に相談する可きじゃ無いか？
Shouldn't you consult with an adult: like your teacher or your parents?
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自分の子供が悩んで乃だから、話を聞くなり何なりして遣れよ。
Your own kids are worried, so listen to them or do something.
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Basic Examples:
決めるなり迷うなり (decide or waver)
善なり悪なり (right or wrong)
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Grammar usage notes
I have not found this in my grammar books yet but according to my wife, a Japanese teacher, this grammar point tends to be used when giving others two or more options and is rarely used with yourself.
Aでもいい、Bでもいい（その他でもいい）という表現
方法と手段の例をあげる
アドバイスとして
目上の方には使わないで、ちょっと失礼な感じがある
if solely just to list things and not as advice, just stick to や・など/とか
方法と手段の例をあげる
アドバイスとして
目上の方には使わないで、ちょっと失礼な感じがある
if solely just to list things and not as advice, just stick to や・など/とか
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