whether

conjunction B1

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 .

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