How is the word sinon translated from French to English

S'emploie pour dire ce qui se passe dans le cas contraire.

Used to say what happens in the opposite case.

phrase
English translation
If not

Examples with “sinon”

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  • Prends le bus ; sinon, nous irons à pied. Take the bus; if not, we will walk.

  • Demande si elle est libre ; sinon, nous irons un autre jour. Ask whether she's free; if not, we'll go another day.

  • Sinon, laisse simplement la clé sous le paillasson. If not, just leave the key under the mat.

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FAQ about “sinon”

How is “sinon” translated from French?
“sinon” translates into English as “If not”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “sinon” mean?
Meaning of “sinon”: S'emploie pour dire ce qui se passe dans le cas contraire. In English — “If not”.
What part of speech is “sinon”?
“sinon” is a phrase.
Where can I see examples with “sinon”?
Example sentences with “sinon” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
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