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Whether

ˈ(h)wɛðər
Extreem Veelvoorkomend
200 - 300
200 - 300
De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000. Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.

是否, 不论…还是…, 是否…或…

Betekenissen van Whether in het Chinees

是否

Voorbeeld:
I don't know whether to go or stay.
我不知道是否要去还是留下来。
It is unclear whether he will attend the meeting.
他是否会参加会议还不清楚。
Gebruik: formal/informalContext: Used when expressing a choice or uncertainty between two alternatives.
Opmerking: Often used in questions and conditional statements.

不论…还是…

Voorbeeld:
Whether you like it or not, we have to finish this project.
不论你喜欢还是不喜欢,我们都必须完成这个项目。
I will support you whether you succeed or fail.
不论你成功还是失败,我都会支持你。
Gebruik: formal/informalContext: Used to indicate that the outcome does not depend on two given alternatives.
Opmerking: This usage emphasizes that both options are valid.

是否…或…

Voorbeeld:
Please let me know whether you want tea or coffee.
请告诉我你是否想要茶还是咖啡。
We need to decide whether to go now or later.
我们需要决定是现在去还是晚点去。
Gebruik: formal/informalContext: Typically used when presenting options or making decisions.
Opmerking: Commonly used in decision-making contexts.

Synoniemen van Whether

if

Used to introduce a condition or possibility.
Voorbeeld: I will go for a walk if the weather is nice.
Opmerking: Similar in meaning to 'whether' but more commonly used in conditional sentences.

either

Indicates a choice between two alternatives.
Voorbeeld: You can either stay here or come with me.
Opmerking: More specific in indicating a choice between two options.

whichever

Indicates a free choice among several alternatives.
Voorbeeld: You can choose whichever book you like.
Opmerking: Emphasizes the freedom of choice among multiple options.

Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van Whether

whether or not

This phrase is used to indicate that something will happen or be done regardless of the circumstances.
Voorbeeld: I will go to the party whether or not it rains.
Opmerking: The addition of 'or not' emphasizes the idea of regardless of the outcome.

whether or no

Similar to 'whether or not', this phrase expresses determination or resolve in the face of uncertainty or difficulty.
Voorbeeld: He is determined to succeed, whether or no.
Opmerking: This is a more formal or literary variation of 'whether or not'.

come rain or shine

This idiom means that someone will be present or committed no matter what happens.
Voorbeeld: I will be there for you, come rain or shine.
Opmerking: This idiom emphasizes unwavering commitment in the face of any circumstances.

on the fence

This expression means to be undecided or unsure about a decision.
Voorbeeld: I'm on the fence about whether to study abroad next semester.
Opmerking: It conveys the idea of being stuck between two options or opinions.

in two minds

To be in two minds means to be undecided or uncertain about a choice.
Voorbeeld: She's in two minds about accepting the job offer.
Opmerking: This phrase suggests being conflicted between two options.

flip a coin

This phrase refers to making a decision based on the outcome of a coin toss, often used when choices are equally appealing.
Voorbeeld: Let's flip a coin to decide whether we should watch a movie or go for a hike.
Opmerking: It symbolizes leaving a decision to chance or luck.

play it by ear

To play it by ear means to decide or act spontaneously based on the situation rather than planning ahead.
Voorbeeld: I'm not sure if I'll have time tomorrow, so let's play it by ear.
Opmerking: It suggests being flexible and adaptable in making decisions.

Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van Whether

or else

Indicates a consequence if a decision is not made.
Voorbeeld: You need to decide now, or else we'll miss our reservation.
Opmerking: Places emphasis on the potential negative outcome.

otherwise

Indicates what will happen if a particular condition is not met.
Voorbeeld: Make up your mind, otherwise, we'll be late.
Opmerking: Similar to 'or else,' but may imply a broader range of outcomes.

if not

Used to introduce a possible consequence if a specific condition is not met.
Voorbeeld: Decide quickly, if not, we'll lose the opportunity.
Opmerking: Implies a condition that, if not fulfilled, will result in a particular outcome.

otherwise than

Means 'except for' or 'different from'
Voorbeeld: You must choose, otherwise than we'll proceed without you.
Opmerking: Emphasizes an alternative or different course of action.

Whether - Voorbeelden

I don't know whether it will rain tomorrow.
我不知道明天是否会下雨。
She asked me whether I wanted coffee or tea.
她问我是否想要咖啡还是茶。
I can't decide whether to go on vacation or stay at home.
我无法决定是去度假还是待在家里。
He is still unsure whether he should accept the job offer.
他仍然不确定是否应该接受这份工作邀请。

Grammatica van Whether

Whether - Onderordend voegwoord (Subordinating conjunction) / Voorzetsel of ondergeschikte voegwoord (Preposition or subordinating conjunction)
Lemma: whether
Vervoegingen
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
whether bevat 2 lettergrepen: wheth • er
Fonetische transcriptie: ˈ(h)we-t͟hər
wheth er , ˈ(h)we t͟hər (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)

Whether - Belangrijkheid en gebruiksfrequentie

De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000.
whether: 200 - 300 (Extreem Veelvoorkomend).
Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
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