whether · conj
whether
B1 used especially in reporting questions and when expressing doubt to mean if
Dictionary examples:
He couldn't decide whether to laugh or cry when he saw his haircut. (0.0)
I can't decide whether to eat the pizza or wear it as a hat. (0.0)
She wasn't sure whether to high-five the statue or just walk away. (0.0)
I wasn't sure whether you'd like it. (17.2)
It all depends on whether or not she has the time. (22.4)
I doubt whether it'll work. (33.1)
She asked me whether I was interested in working for her. (54.7)
whether... or
B1 used to talk about a choice between two or more possibilities
Dictionary examples:
I don't know whether to laugh or cry when I see my bank account. (0.0)
Whether I study or sleep, I'll still fail the exam tomorrow. (0.0)
Whether I'm early or late, the bus always leaves without me. (0.0)
I'm going, whether she likes it or not. (15.5)
Someone has to tell her, whether it's you or me. (18.8)
Let's face it - you're going to be late whether you go by bus or train. (42.1)