wherever
weh-uh-REH-vuh
Wherever (conj) means In, at, or to any place that. Example: “You can park wherever there is a free space along the road.”
conj
1
In, at, or to any place that.
"You can park wherever there is a free space along the road."
"You can sit wherever you like."
"I'd follow you wherever you went."
"Sit wherever you like."
"Wherever she goes, trouble follows."
"Wherever you go, I’ll find you."
How to use wherever
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn open-ended version of "where," meaning "any/every place that."
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Etymology
From "where" plus "ever," added for emphasis.
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What does “wherever” mean?
The word “wherever” means in, at, or to any place that. In plain terms, an open-ended version of "where," meaning "any/every place that.".
How do you pronounce “wherever”?
“Wherever” is pronounced weh-uh-REH-vuh (/(h)wɛɹˈɛvɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “wherever” in a sentence?
Here is “wherever” used in a sentence: “Sit wherever you like.”
What is another word for “wherever”?
Words with a similar meaning to “wherever” include everwhere.
What part of speech is “wherever”?
“Wherever” is a conjunction.
Is “wherever” a common word?
“Wherever” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between "wherever" and "where"?
"Where" points to a specific or known place, while "wherever" means "in, at, or to any place that" and leaves the place open or unspecified. Compare "sit where I showed you" with "sit wherever you like."
What is the difference between "wherever" and "whenever"?
"Wherever" refers to any place, while "whenever" refers to any time. Use "wherever" for location (wherever you go) and "whenever" for timing (whenever you are ready).
Is "wherever" one word or two?
As a conjunction meaning "in or to any place that," "wherever" is written as a single word. The two-word form "where ever" is only occasionally used for emphasis in questions and is considered informal.
When do you put a comma before "wherever"?
Use a comma before "wherever" when it introduces a non-essential clause that simply adds extra information, but leave the comma out when the clause is essential to the sentence's meaning. For example, "I'll follow you wherever you go" needs no comma because the clause is essential.
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