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JLPT N3 Neutral

～? sore tomo ～?

Presents two alternatives or choices; 'or', 'either...or'.

"Or (alternatively)" - used between two full question options.

Formation

Explanation

The ～？それとも～？ grammar point is used to present two alternatives or choices in a single sentence. It is similar to 'or' or 'either...or' in English. It can be used with verbs, adjectives, or nouns.

Example sentences

  • Do you want to drink coffee? Or tea?

    Koohii o nomu? Sore tomo koucha o nomu?

  • Is this movie interesting? Or is it boring?

    Kono eiga wa omoshiroi? Sore tomo tsumaranai?

  • Is he Japanese? Or is he a foreigner?

    Kare wa nihonjin da? Sore tomo gaikokujin da?

  • Are we going to eat sushi? Or are we going to eat ramen?

    Sushi o tabe ni iku? Sore tomo raamen o tabe ni iku?

Or (Alternatively)