Whether

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Updated June 2026

Definition

Expressing a doubt or choice between alternatives. Used to introduce alternatives or possibilities in indirect questions or statements.

“She couldn't decide whether to go or stay.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈwɛðə(r)/

Syllables

wheth·er

Related Words

Synonyms

ifeither

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Contains W, TH, and -ER ending; double vowel E pattern

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Scrabble

Worth 16 points; W and H together provide strong scoring

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Shorter words formed from the letters in “whether”.

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