either way

adverb
UK: /ˈiːðər weɪ/
US: /ˈiːðər weɪ/

  1. In either of two possible ways; regardless of which of two possibilities occurs.

    1. We can go by car or train; either way is fine with me either way. [ ] [ ]
    2. I don't care if we eat now or later; either way, I'm planning to get food somewhere. [ ] [ ]

  2. Whatever happens; no matter what the outcome is.

    1. We need to leave early, either way, so we don't miss the plane either way. [ ] [ ]
    2. Either way, whether you win or lose, remember you've gained valuable experience either way. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

regardless anyway anyhow
either way idiom

  1. Used to indicate that two options are acceptable or equivalent.

    1. Call me tonight or tomorrow; either way works for me either way. [ ] [ ]
    2. We can meet at my place or yours; either way, I’m flexible, either way. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "either way" in English means: In either of two possible ways; regardless of which of two possibilities occurs., Whatever happens; no matter what the outcome is..

The phonetic transcription of "either way" is /ˈiːðər weɪ/ in British English and /ˈiːðər weɪ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "either way": regardless, anyway, anyhow.

Example usage of "either way": "We can go by car or train; either way is fine with me either way.". More examples on the page.