What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
whereforth
Example
Whereforth did you put my keys? [whereforth: adverb]
Example
Whereforth are we headed? [whereforth: adverb]
wherefore
Example
Wherefore did you do that? [wherefore: adverb]
Example
Wherefore, let it be known that we shall not tolerate such behavior. [wherefore: conjunction]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wherefore is slightly more common than whereforth in literature and historical texts, but both words are considered outdated and not used in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between whereforth and wherefore?
Both whereforth and wherefore are considered formal and archaic, and are not commonly used in modern English. However, wherefore may be more versatile and can be used in various formality levels, while whereforth is more limited in its usage and context.
