何を買うか決めた
I decided what to buy.
Japanese
か
か
Meaning: question particle; or
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Example sentences
I don't know if it will rain tomorrow.
そこに座ってもいいですか
May I sit there?
どんな音楽が好きですか
What kind of music do you like?
どこの大学に行くか自分で決めた。
I decided for myself which university to go to.
こういう時にはどうすればいいですか。
What should I do in a situation like this?
どうしたわけか、彼は急に黙り込んだ。
For some reason, he suddenly became silent.
すみませんが、もう一度説明していただけますか？
Excuse me, but could you explain it once more?
先生は、明日学校にいらっしゃいますか。
Will the teacher be at school tomorrow?
ところで、明日の予定はどうなっていますか？
By the way, what is the plan for tomorrow?
Usage Notes
か turns statements into questions or marks embedded questions. Also means 'or' between alternatives. In embedded questions, it means 'whether/if'. Can soften suggestions when combined with どう.
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