Explanation
Means 'rather than say A, it's more like B', or 'whether to call it A or B'.
Formation
Phrase A + というか + Phrase B + というか
Detailed explanation
The grammar 'A というか B というか' is used when the speaker isn't sure which expression (A or B) describes the situation better. It can be translated as 'rather than A, it's more B' or 'should I call it A or B?'.
Examples
Kare wa burei to iu ka, chokusetsuteki to iu ka, tonikaku hakkiri shite iru.
He's rather rude, or maybe just direct; in any case, he is very blunt.
Kono eiga wa omoshiroi to iu ka, hen to iu ka, tonikaku fushigi na fun'iki ga aru.
This movie is interesting or maybe strange; anyway, it has a mysterious vibe.
Kare no e wa subarashii to iu ka, odoroku beki to iu ka, hontou ni miru kachi ga aru.
His paintings are wonderful, or perhaps astonishing; they're definitely worth seeing.
Kanojo no fuku wa kawaii to iu ka, hade to iu ka, tonikaku hitome o hiku.
Her outfit is cute or maybe flashy; in any case, it grabs people's attention.
Practice
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.