もしくは
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Conjunction used to connect alternatives in a sentence. It implies a choice between two options. Example: 『コーヒーもしくは紅茶をください』 (koohii moshikuwa koocha o kudasai, 'Coffee or tea, please.').
Theme
Two colleagues, Ken and User, are planning a team outing after work and discussing options for the venue.
もしくは
もしくは
or, otherwise
Core Language Building BlocksAdverbs & Connectors
Memory Hook
Think of choosing between options: 'or' sounds like 'moshikawa' — imagine a 'mosh' (mosh pit) where you have to pick one side 'or' the other. 'Moshikawa' → or!
Cultural Note
『もしくは』 (moshikuwa, 'or') is a formal conjunction often used in written Japanese, such as in documents, contracts, or formal speech, to present alternatives. In casual conversation, 『または』 (matawa) or 『か』 (ka) are more common.
Forms
Base: もしくはConjunction used to connect alternatives in a sentence. It implies a choice between two options. Example: 『コーヒーもしくは紅茶をください』 (koohii moshikuwa koocha o kudasai, 'Coffee or tea, please.').