How is the phrase au cas où translated from French to English

Parce que quelque chose pourrait arriver.

Because something might happen.

phrase
English translation
In case

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  • Prends un parapluie au cas où il pleuvrait. Take an umbrella in case it rains.

  • Je laisse mon numéro au cas où tu aurais besoin d'aide. I'll leave my number in case you need help.

  • Au cas où l'ascenseur tomberait en panne, prends l'escalier. In case the lift breaks, use the stairs.

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FAQ about “au cas où”

How is “au cas où” translated from French?
“au cas où” translates into English as “In case”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “au cas où” mean?
Meaning of “au cas où”: Parce que quelque chose pourrait arriver. In English — “In case”.
What part of speech is “au cas où”?
“au cas où” is a phrase.
Where can I see examples with “au cas où”?
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