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German - English (British) translations for "sonst"

"sonst" German translation

Translation

else

Definition

otherwise

Part of speech

adverb

Translations

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Meaning: otherwise

Sonst verpasse ich meinen Zug.

Otherwise, I will miss my train.

Meaning: else

Hast du sonst noch Fragen?

Do you have any other questions?

Meaning: usually

Sie geht sonst immer um diese Zeit ins Bett.

She usually goes to bed at this time.

Meaning: in addition

Ich brauche sonst nichts mehr.

I don't need anything else.


Examples

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A1: Sonst gehe ich immer zu Fuß zur Arbeit.

Otherwise, I always walk to work.

A1: Kannst du mir sonst helfen?

Can you help me otherwise?

A1: Ich habe sonst keine Fragen.

I don't have any other questions.

B1: Sonst hätte ich dir geholfen.

Otherwise, I would have helped you.

B1: Wenn es nicht regnet, gehen wir sonst schwimmen.

If it doesn't rain, we usually go swimming.

B1: Er hat sich sonst nie für Kunst interessiert.

He never used to be interested in art.

C1: Sonst müsste ich mich beeilen, um den Zug zu erwischen.

Otherwise, I would have to hurry to catch the train.

C1: Sie hat sich sonst immer an ihre Versprechen gehalten.

She always used to keep her promises.

C1: Sonst wäre ich schon längst dort gewesen.

Otherwise, I would have been there a long time ago.


Advanced Description

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The German adverb 'sonst' is used to indicate a different or alternative situation or outcome. It can be translated as 'otherwise' in English.

'Sonst' is often used to express what would happen if a certain condition is not met or if something does not occur. It can also be used to describe a consequence that would result from a particular action or decision.

In addition, 'sonst' can be used to refer to something that is not part of the current topic or context, but is still relevant or important.

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