Meaning
Politically asking to choose between options.
Cultural Background
Politeness is key. Using the wrong form can sound rude. Indirectness is valued. {どちら|どちら} allows the other person to save face.
Number matters
2 items = {どちら|どちら}, 3+ = {どれ|どれ}.
Meaning
Politically asking to choose between options.
Number matters
2 items = {どちら|どちら}, 3+ = {どれ|どれ}.
Test Yourself
Select the correct phrase for choosing between two items.
A: {コーヒー|こーひー}と{紅茶|こうちゃ}、____ですか。
{どちら|どちら} is for two options.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesA: {コーヒー|こーひー}と{紅茶|こうちゃ}、____ですか。
{どちら|どちら} is for two options.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but it is very formal.
Related Phrases
{どちら|どちら}がいいですか
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