whether

conjunction B1 Neutral

Daily Life Social Education

Meaning

"Whether" is used to introduce choices or possibilities between two or more options.

💡 A common mistake is to confuse "whether" with "if"; use "whether" for choices and "if" for conditions.

Example Sentences

Do you know whether the meeting is still scheduled ?

I am not sure whether it will rain today .

I do not know whether he will come today .

I don ’ t know whether she will come to the party .

Word in Context

I left the office late and I am thinking about my way home . I am not sure whether I should take the bus or walk through the park . The bus is faster , but walking is quiet and helps me relax after a long day . If it starts to rain , I will take the bus , but for now I enjoy the fresh air .

Common Phrases

whether or not whether ... or ...

Related Words

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