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ldarvenyashkiSuper Member!

Bulgaria

Hello , my name is Lyubomir. I am from Bulgaria.


I would like to know what is the difference between these two sentences:


I have never seen so many people. and


Never have I seen so many people.


Thanks a lot.


Regards,


Lyubomir

07:14 AM Apr 29 2012 |

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Teacher AmySuper Member!

United States

Hi! Actually, both sentences have the same meaning. However, the second phrasing is less common and more formal. Also, it emphasizes “never” in the sentence.


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11:17 PM Apr 30 2012 |

ldarvenyashkiSuper Member!

Bulgaria

Thanks Amy.

07:06 AM May 01 2012 |