1. Why don't you take a few days off?
2. Why don't you take off a few days?
(Are both grammatical? What other similar expressions do we have about 'take off'?)
* I can't stand people talking loudly in public.
3. Me neither.
4. Neither can I.
5. Nor can I.
6. I agree with you.
7. I think so, too.
(Are the responses all correct? Do you have some other responses?)
•English - Writeacher, Saturday, June 18, 2016 at 8:48am
They are the same in meaning, but 1 is, by far, the smoother phrasing.
Why don't you take a few days for yourself?
Why don't you take a break for a few days?
You have your answer for 1 and 2, right?
Responses 3-7 are all correct and commonly used.
1. Both sentences are grammatically correct and convey the same meaning. They are asking why the person being addressed doesn't take a few days off from work or some other commitment.
Regarding other similar expressions about "take off," here are a few:
- "Why don't you go on vacation for a few days?"
- "Why don't you have some time off?"
- "Why don't you relax and take a break?"
Note that these expressions all suggest the idea of taking time away from work or daily responsibilities.
2. Regarding the responses to the statement "I can't stand people talking loudly in public," all of the provided responses are correct and convey agreement with the statement. They can be used interchangeably to express shared sentiment or opinion.
Here are a few other responses that convey similar agreement:
- "I feel the same way."
- "That bothers me too."
- "I completely agree."
- "I share your annoyance."
- "I'm with you on that one."
These responses all indicate agreement or alignment with the opinion expressed.