A or B (lists options/actions, of which one will be chosen/done)
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それは先生なり親なり、大人に相談するべきじゃないか？
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んだから、話を聞くなり何なりしてやれよ。
Your own kids are worried, so listen to them or do something.
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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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shirokitsune
Level: 1023
(5 years ago)
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.
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