A1 conjunction 중립 #31 가장 일반적인

or

/ɔːr/

A coordinating conjunction used to connect two or more possibilities or alternatives. it indicates that only one of the options is likely, required, or true.

예시

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1

Would you like tea or coffee with your breakfast?

Would you like tea or coffee with your breakfast?

2

The candidate must hold a Master's degree or have five years of relevant experience.

The candidate must hold a Master's degree or have five years of relevant experience.

3

We can see a movie or just hang out at my place.

We can see a movie or just hang out at my place.

어휘 가족

관련
option
💡

암기 팁

Think of the letter 'O' in 'or' as a circular 'Option' button that you press to make a choice.

빠른 퀴즈

Do you want to go to the park ___ stay at home today?

정답!

정답은: or

예시

1

Would you like tea or coffee with your breakfast?

everyday

Would you like tea or coffee with your breakfast?

2

The candidate must hold a Master's degree or have five years of relevant experience.

formal

The candidate must hold a Master's degree or have five years of relevant experience.

3

We can see a movie or just hang out at my place.

informal

We can see a movie or just hang out at my place.

4

Participants were asked to identify the shape as a circle or a square.

academic

Participants were asked to identify the shape as a circle or a square.

5

Please confirm if the meeting will be held in person or via video conference.

business

Please confirm if the meeting will be held in person or via video conference.

어휘 가족

관련
option

자주 쓰는 조합

either or either or
more or less more or less
sooner or later sooner or later
right or wrong right or wrong
sink or swim sink or swim

자주 쓰는 구문

believe it or not

believe it or not

take it or leave it

take it or leave it

whether or not

whether or not

자주 혼동되는 단어

or vs are

'Are' is a verb form of 'to be', while 'or' is a conjunction for choices.

or vs our

'Our' is a possessive adjective, whereas 'or' indicates an alternative.

📝

사용 참고사항

In a list of three or more items, 'or' usually appears only before the final item. It can also be used to clarify a term by providing a synonym.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners sometimes confuse 'or' with 'and' when the context requires a choice rather than an addition. Another mistake is using 'or' when 'nor' is required after 'neither'.

💡

암기 팁

Think of the letter 'O' in 'or' as a circular 'Option' button that you press to make a choice.

📖

어원

Originates from Middle English, shortening of 'other', which itself comes from Old English 'oþþe'.

문법 패턴

Links two nouns, verbs, or adjectives Often paired with 'either' (either... or...) Used in questions to offer choices

빠른 퀴즈

Do you want to go to the park ___ stay at home today?

정답!

정답은: or

관련 단어

obgenly

C1

Describing qualities or characteristics that are intrinsic, fundamental, or naturally occurring within a specific category, class, or genus. It suggests that a trait is not acquired through external influence but is a core component of the entity's classification.

bilabancy

C1

To alternate or waver between two specific choices, conditions, or states in a rhythmic or repetitive manner. It describes both the physical movement of shifting weight and the mental process of indecision between two poles.

homomemy

C1

Describing a state of identical or near-perfect replication of a conceptual or structural unit within a system. It is used to characterize patterns where a 'meme' or fundamental component remains unchanged across various iterations or transmissions.

synformile

C1

A synformile is a specialized structural unit or component designed to precisely match or align with a corresponding external template or matrix. In technical contexts, it refers to an element that maintains spatial consistency and structural parity within a larger system.

antesophtion

C1

Describing a state, concept, or period existing before the attainment of philosophical wisdom or intellectual sophistication. It refers to rudimentary or naive perspectives that have not yet been refined by deep critical thought or scholarly maturity.

contrafidable

C1

To formally challenge or invalidate a statement or agreement by presenting evidence that contradicts a previously established position of trust. It is used primarily in legal or high-stakes contexts when one party acts against a confidential understanding.

autotegious

C1

To provide oneself with a protective covering or to self-shield against external environmental factors. It typically describes the action of an organism or system creating its own defensive layer or housing without outside assistance.

monoonymism

C1

The practice or state of being known by a single name (a mononym) rather than a multi-part name including a surname. This phenomenon is frequently observed in historical records, the arts, and specific cultural naming conventions.

proscribhood

C1

Relating to the state or quality of being officially forbidden, denounced, or legally excluded from society. It describes an entity, person, or practice that exists under a formal ban or a condition of social ostracism.

overprivy

C1

To grant excessive or inappropriate access to private or confidential information, or to become over-involved in matters that should remain secret. It implies a breach of professional or personal boundaries by sharing more than is necessary or prudent.

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