This is the 174th most frequent Finnish word.
vai
"Vai" is a Finnish word meaning "or" (used in questions and comparisons).
'vai' is used as 'or' in a question suggesting a choice between two options.
Haluatko kahvia vai teetä?
Do you want coffee or tea?
'vai' is used as 'or' providing an alternative scenario or condition.
Oletko tulossa, vai pitääkö minun tulla hakemaan sinut?
Are you coming, or do I need to come fetch you?
'vai' is used to denote uncertainty or a dilemma, often translated as 'whether' in such contexts.