whether

//ˈwɛðər//
B1Frequency Level 3Neutral
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Conjunction

1

Used to introduce the first of two or more alternatives in an indirect question or conditional clause.

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

2

Used to introduce a single indirect question, expressing doubt or choice between alternatives.

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

3

Used to express that something is true regardless of which alternative is the case.

I'm going to the party whether you come or not.

Synonym

whether - Deep Vocabulary