Pronunciation

/ˈwaɪnəʊ/

Definitions

• Adjective: Referring to one of several alternatives, without specifying which one. It can also be used to indicate preference or availability. For example: “Whichever dress you choose, it will look great on you.”
• Pronoun: Used to refer to either of two or more people or things, without specifying which one. For example: “Whichever one arrives first, please let them know I’m expecting them.”

Phrases

• “Whichever of these” implies a choice between a few options.
• “Whichever suits your preference” indicates flexibility according to someone’s liking.
• “Whichever comes first” refers to the first item or event that fulfills a condition.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “You can have whichever slice of cake you want; they’re all equally delicious.”
• Pronoun: “Whichever team wins, we’ll celebrate together.”

Synonyms

• Any
• Either
• Both (when referring to two)
• One of (when referring to a group)
• The one (when specifying from a known set)
• That (when referring to a previously mentioned option)