whether

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈwɛðə(ɹ)/
Conjunction
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Introducing a direct interrogative question (often with correlative or) which indicates doubt between alternatives.

2 Definition

Used to introduce an indirect interrogative question that consists of multiple alternative possibilities (usually with correlative or).

Example Sentences
  • He chose the correct answer, but I don't know whether it was by luck or (whether it was) by skill.
3 Definition

Without a correlative, used to introduce a simple indirect question.

Example Sentences
  • Do you know whether he's coming?
4 Definition

Used to introduce a disjunctive adverbial clause which qualifies the main clause of the sentence (with correlative or).

Example Sentences
  • He's coming, whether you like it or not.
Pronoun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Which of two.