Synonyms for

Whether

Verb / ˈweðɜ: / / ˈhweðɜ: / Another word for whether — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

used to introduce a choice between two alternatives

Synonyms & similar words

if provided supposing assuming granting allowing lest that though when whenever while providing

Synonyms by register

Formal

if in case supposing

Informal

if if it's true that

Literary

if as to whether

Common collocations

  • whether or not
  • whether to
  • whether it is
  • whether they
  • whether you
  • whether this
  • whether that

Word family

adverb whether

Usage note

Whether is primarily used to introduce a choice or possibility, often in indirect questions. It is rarely used with a direct antonym.

Example sentences

  1. I don't know whether to have pizza or pasta for dinner.
  2. He asked whether I wanted to go to the park or the beach.
  3. I'm not sure whether I should take the bus or walk to school today.
  4. Whether it rains or not, we will still have fun at the party.
  5. I'll go to the concert whether you come with me or not.

Quotes

  • Whether you think you can, or you think you can't--you're right. - Henry Ford
  • Whether you come back by page or by the big screen, Hogwarts will always be there to welcome you home. - J.K. Rowling
  • Whether you believe you can do a thing or not, you are right. - Henry Ford

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words