Translation of German word "entweder" to English
entweder
/ɛntˈveːdɐ/
Meaning
ConjunctionIntroduces the first of two (or occasionally more) options or possibilities, the second (or last) of which is introduced by “or”.
How to use
The conjunction entweder ('either') is almost exclusively used in the double conjunction entweder ... oder ... ('either ... or ...'). It introduces alternative options. Grammatically, entweder can occupy position 0 or position 1 in the clause.
🇬🇧 English
either
Example
Ich kann entweder Deutsch oder Englisch sprechen.
I can speak either German or English.
Entweder die Mutter oder der Vater ist sehr freundlich.
Either the mother or the father is very friendly.
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Common phrases
- entweder ... oder ...— either ... or ...
- entweder jetzt oder nie— either now or never
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What is the definition of the German word "entweder"?▼
The German word "entweder" is defined as: "Introduces the first of two (or occasionally more) options or possibilities, the second (or last) of which is introduced by “or”."
What does the German word "entweder" mean?▼
The German word "entweder" means "either" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich kann entweder Deutsch oder Englisch sprechen." (which translates as "I can speak either German or English.").
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