Learn English – Difference between which and what

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Usually people say, "Which is your favourite show?" and "Which color is this?"

But some people also say, "What is your favourite show?" and, "What color is this?"

Can you tell me what is the usage of which and what is the usage of what? Is which only used when we give some choice or not?

Best Answer

“Which” is used when the question is a choice between a known set of options:

  • Which of these cars is yours?
  • Which do you prefer, chicken or fish?

“What” is used when the response is not restricted:

  • What color is your car?
  • What do you want for dinner?