What does WHERE mean?

Parts of Speech

"Where" is an adverb, conjunction, and pronoun.

Definitions

As an adverb, "where" refers to a place or location. As a conjunction, "where" is used to introduce a clause that specifies a place. As a pronoun, "where" refers to a place or location.

Pronunciations

US: hwair, wair; UK: wɛː, weə

Origin and Usage

The word "where" comes from the Old English word "hwǣr." It has been used in English since the 9th century. "Where" is commonly used in questions and statements to ask or indicate a location or place.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for "where" include "in what place," "at what location," and "wherever."

Related Words

Related five-letter words include "there," "hence," "whom," and "which."

Example Sentences

• Adverb: "Where did you put the keys?"
• Conjunction: "I will meet you where the river meets the sea."
• Pronoun: "I don know where the party is."