For (the) both of us

[ratóncolorao]

Hello,

I would like to know if these two sentences are equally correct:

It is better for the both of us

It is better for both of us

Thank you for your help, as always

 

[susiedq]

There are subtle differences, IMHO.

It is better for the both of us = we are considered to be one unit, even though there are two separate people.

It is better for both of us = each of us may benefit in our individual way.

 

[Rover_KE]

BE speakers don't commonly use 'the both' unless we are imitating how Americans speak.

Rover

 

[Raymott]

Australian English doesn't generally use "the both". When it is used, I haven't noticed the difference in meaning that one poster above has.

 

[5jj]

Australian English doesn't generally use "the both". When it is used, I haven't noticed the difference in meaning that one poster above has.

I'd say the same about British English.