要么...要么 presents two alternatives - "either...or."
Either you go, or I go.
Used when choosing between two options. Often implies only one can be chosen.
Two alternatives, pick one
- 要么吃，要么不吃 (either eat or do not)
要么 vs 或者
- 要么 = exclusive choice (either/or)
- 或者 = inclusive option (or)
Can express ultimatum
- 要么道歉，要么走 (apologize or leave)
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