which
Translation
which
Examples
Which colour do you prefer?
Which color do you prefer?
This is the book which I read.
This is the book which I read.
Which is your coat?
Which is your coat?
Grammar Patterns
which + [noun] as a determiner to ask about choice Which color do you prefer?
[noun] + which + [clause] as a relative pronoun for things This is the book which I read.
which + [be-verb] as a pronoun to ask a question Which is your coat?
Similar Words
Synonyms: that (as a relative pronoun)
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'hwilc', meaning 'of what kind'. This origin points to its use in selecting from a specific group.
Memory Tips
It's a question word for choices. Imagine a sandwich shop: 'Which sandwich would you like?'. It narrows down the options.