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JLPT N3 Grammar

それとも

N3選択

N3 · 選択 · A。それとも B?

Meaning

or; or else

Structure

A。それとも B?

Explanation

Connects two or more alternatives in a question and asks the listener to choose one.

Usage

Mostly used in questions. In statements, または or あるいは is often used for 'or.'

Example

予約は電話でしますか。それとも、ウェブサイトから申し込みますか。

Will you make the reservation by phone, or will you apply through the website?

Common Mistake

Do not use it casually as a general connector in affirmative statements.

Memory Tip

Put two choices in a question and ask the other person to choose.

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