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GrammarJLPT N1

whether... or not

Expression

Definitions

1. whether... or not

This grammatical expression is used to mean "whether it is… or," "no matter what," or "even if it is…" It attaches to nouns or verb forms to indicate that the statement applies regardless of the condition mentioned. For example, it can express that something is true whether one is a student or an adult.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

Whatever the ending, do you know any novels that leave you feeling good?

Sentence 2

Whether it's the entryway or the hallway, please take your shoes off.

Sentence 3

Whatever the project, we conduct a risk assessment first.

Sentence 4

Whether his kindness was calculated or not, the fact is it helped.

Sentence 5

Whatever the venue, registration will be near the entrance.