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JLPT N4 Grammar

なり

N4Parallel

N4 · Parallel · noun + なり + noun + なり

or something; either...or

noun + なり + noun + なり

なり lists possible options and means any one of them would do.

It is often used when suggesting that the listener choose some available option.

困ったら、先生なり友だちなりに相談してください。

If you are in trouble, consult a teacher, a friend, or someone like that.

なり is not a normal complete list; it gives possible options.

AなりBなり: A or B, whichever works.

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