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Untaught88

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Hi,

Which one is correct?

Respect and be respected.
Respect to be respected.
 

Tarheel

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I would say:

Respect others if you hope to be respected yourself.

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(Neither.)
 

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As imperatives, these are both acceptable.
 

Tarheel

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You could say:

Respect yourself, and respect others.
 

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You can also say:

Respect goes/works both ways.
 
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