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aruiha
conjunction, adverb

Alternate Written Forms:

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English Meaning(s) for あるいは

conjunction
  1. or; either ... or
adverb
  1. maybe; perhaps; possibly
  2. some ... and others ...; sometimes ... and at other times ... (as あるいは...あるいは...)

Definition and Synonyms for あるいは

Perchance by chance
Synonyms: あるは, けだし, もしか, もしや, あるいは, もしかして, ひょっとして, もしかしたら, もしかすると, ひょっとしたら, ひょっとすると

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Sample Sentences for あるいは

A smile may convey understanding, joy, or an appreciation of humor.
Either you or I am wrong.
It may possibly be fine tomorrow.
I would appreciate it if you could find time to see Mr Fukuoka, or to introduce him to one of your associates.
In other words, the merits, etc. of making detours are the consideration of the attitudes of the landowners whose property the line would cross, the convenience of other towns and villages, as well as connection with other railway lines.

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