Sonder Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Sonder" is mainly used as conjunction meaning "but rather", "but instead" or "special". It is also used as adjective.

Essential properties of "sonder"

Its most important properties are:

Meanings of "sonder" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "A conjunction used to introduce a contradictory clause"

"Sonder", when used with this meaning, acts as conjunction.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich bin nicht müde, sonder hungrig.I am not tired, but rather hungry.
  2. Er ist kein Arzt, sonder ein Lehrer.He is not a doctor, but rather a teacher.
  3. Das ist nicht blau, sonder grün.That is not blue, but rather green.

2.) "An archaic term for something special or peculiar"

"Sonder", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das ist ein sonder Fall.That is a special case.
  2. Er hat eine sonder Begabung.He has a special talent.
  3. Dieses sonder Ereignis bleibt unvergessen.This peculiar event remains unforgettable.
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