Sonst Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Sonst" is used as adverb with the meaning of "otherwise", "or else" or "if not".

Essential properties of "sonst"

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Indicates an alternative consequence if a condition is not met"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich muss jetzt gehen, sonst komme ich zu spät.I have to go now, otherwise I'll be too late.
  2. Bitte sei pünktlich, sonst fängt das Konzert ohne dich an.Please be on time, otherwise the concert will start without you.
  3. Du solltest dich beeilen, sonst verpasst du den Zug.You should hurry, otherwise you'll miss the train.

2.) "Used to ask or state what else there is, or in addition to something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er ist intelligent und sonst auch sehr nett.He is intelligent and otherwise also very nice.
  2. Was gibt es sonst noch zu besprechen?What else is there to discuss?
  3. Hast du sonst noch Fragen?Do you have any other questions?

3.) "Refers to what is typical or habitual"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er ist sonst immer pünktlich.He is usually always on time.
  2. Sonst gehe ich jeden Tag joggen.Normally, I go jogging every day.
  3. Wie geht es dir sonst so?How are you doing generally?
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