B1 Expression Neutral

Nem mais, nem menos

No more, no less

Meaning

Exactly, precisely, without any deviation.

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Cultural Background

Used frequently in formal business to signal agreement. Common in casual conversation to emphasize a point. Used to confirm the accuracy of information in public speaking. Used in educational settings to confirm a correct answer.

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Use the comma

The comma adds the necessary pause for emphasis.

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Don't add 'de'

It is never 'nem mais de, nem menos de'.

Meaning

Exactly, precisely, without any deviation.

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Use the comma

The comma adds the necessary pause for emphasis.

⚠️

Don't add 'de'

It is never 'nem mais de, nem menos de'.

Test Yourself

Complete the phrase.

O preço é 10 euros, ____ ____, ____ ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: nem mais, nem menos

The fixed expression is 'nem mais, nem menos'.

Which sentence uses the phrase correctly?

Choose the correct sentence.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Ele quer nem mais, nem menos.

The phrase is an invariable unit.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 'A solução é simples.' B: '____ ____, ____ ____.'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Nem mais, nem menos

Used to agree with the statement.

🎉 Score: /3

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

3 exercises
Complete the phrase. Fill Blank A1

O preço é 10 euros, ____ ____, ____ ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: nem mais, nem menos

The fixed expression is 'nem mais, nem menos'.

Which sentence uses the phrase correctly? Choose A2

Choose the correct sentence.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Ele quer nem mais, nem menos.

The phrase is an invariable unit.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: 'A solução é simples.' B: '____ ____, ____ ____.'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Nem mais, nem menos

Used to agree with the statement.

🎉 Score: /3

Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions

Yes, it shows you are precise and direct.

It is neutral and fits any context.

Related Phrases

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Ponto final

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Exatamente

synonym

Exactly

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Mais ou menos

contrast

More or less

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Sem dúvida

similar

Without a doubt

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