GrammarJLPT N3
or something
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. or something
This phrase is used to indicate uncertainty, meaning "or something" or "or something like that." It is attached after a noun when the speaker is not being specific or is giving an approximate example of what they mean.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

Hey, let's put on some music or something to change the mood.

Sentence 2

Why are you so upset — did something bad happen or what?

Sentence 3

Sounds like the train this morning was delayed due to an accident or something.

Sentence 4

I think I dropped my key or something this morning.

Sentence 5

I probably said something weird or other, didn't I…