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or
ConjunctionAdverb

Also written as 或いは

Definitions

  1. 1. or
  2. 2. either ... or
  3. 3. maybe
  4. 4. some ... and others ...
This conjunction means "or" or "alternatively," and is used to present two or more options or possibilities. It is slightly more formal than それとも and is often found in written Japanese or formal speech.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

He said, "If it's rain or snow, I'm not going."

Sentence 2

I can hear what sounds like a cat or a bird outside the window.

Sentence 3

He might have been a teacher, or perhaps a researcher.

Sentence 4

Let's decide — are we running or walking?

Sentence 5

Please get in touch by phone or by letter.