ou

OppositionConditionNeutral

Used to present alternatives or choices. Essential for expressing options between two or more possibilities.

Usage

Links alternatives. Note: 'où' (with accent) means 'where', while 'ou' (without accent) means 'or'.

Tu veux du thé ou du café ?

Do you want tea or coffee?

Context: Offering a choice

On peut aller au cinéma ou au restaurant.

We can go to the cinema or to a restaurant.

Context: Suggesting alternatives

C'est noir ou blanc ?

Is it black or white?

Context: Asking about alternatives

ou biensinon

Essential connector for beginners. Don't confuse 'ou' (or) with 'où' (where)!