“Wether” or “whether”: which is correct?
whether
The short answer
Whether is the correct word to use when indicating alternatives or possibilities.
Spelling error
Why people get it wrong
People often confuse wether with whether because they sound similar when spoken and are just one letter apart in writing.
Examples with whether
- I haven’t decided whether to go to the party or stay home.
- She didn’t know whether it would rain today.
- Please let me know whether you can attend the meeting.
Quick check
I haven’t decided to go to the party or stay home.
Whether is the correct word to use when indicating alternatives or possibilities.
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