Else meanings in Chinese

否则

Example:

You need to study hard, else you will fail the exam.

你需要努力学习，否则你会考试不及格。

We should leave now, else we will be late.

我们现在应该离开，否则我们会迟到。

Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to indicate a consequence if a previous condition is not met.

Note: Commonly used in both spoken and written language, often to emphasize the importance of the preceding statement.

其他

Example:

Is there anything else you need?

你还需要其他东西吗？

I don’t want this. Do you have anything else?

我不想要这个。你还有其他的吗？

Usage: informalContext: Used to refer to additional items or alternatives.

Note: Often used in conversations when asking for options or alternatives.

否则的话

Example:

You should apologize, else you'll hurt her feelings.

你应该道歉，否则的话你会伤害她的感情。

We must hurry, else we'll miss the train.

我们必须快点，否则的话我们会错过火车。

Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to present an alternative outcome or scenario.

Note: This usage is similar to 'otherwise' and can often be used interchangeably.

别的

Example:

I don't have money. Do you have anything else?

我没有钱。你还有别的吗？

I want something else for dinner.

我想吃别的晚餐。

Usage: informalContext: Used when referring to different or additional options.

Note: This is common in casual conversation when discussing preferences or choices.

otherwise

Otherwise is used to indicate what the result will be if something is not done.

Example: I need to finish this task; otherwise, I won't be able to relax.

Note: Otherwise implies a consequence or outcome if a certain action is not taken.

different

Different refers to something that is not the same as what has been mentioned or previously known.

Example: Do you have any other options? I want something different.

Note: Different focuses on the distinction or variation from the current situation.

alternatively

Alternatively suggests another possibility or choice that can be considered instead of the current one.

Example: You can take the bus, or alternatively, you can walk.

Note: Alternatively offers an alternative option or course of action.

moreover

Moreover is used to introduce additional information or to emphasize a point.

Example: I have to finish this report, and moreover, I need to prepare for the meeting.

Note: Moreover is used to add information or provide further details.

something else

Used to emphasize that something is exceptional or extraordinary.

Example: That new restaurant is something else - the food was amazing!

Note: The phrase 'something else' is used to single out something as unique or outstanding, differentiating it from other things.

or else

Indicates a consequence or alternative that will happen if the initial condition is not met.

Example: You need to finish your homework now, or else you won't be allowed to go out.

Note: The phrase 'or else' presents a specific consequence or alternative, contrasting with the vagueness of 'else' alone.

what else

Asking about additional things apart from what has already been mentioned.

Example: What else do you need from the store? I can pick it up for you.

Note: The phrase 'what else' specifically inquires about additional items or information, distinct from just using 'else' in a general sense.

anywhere else

Refers to any other place besides the current one.

Example: I'd rather be anywhere else than stuck in traffic.

Note: The phrase 'anywhere else' specifies a different location from the current one, adding a sense of comparison or contrast.

someone else

Refers to another person instead of the speaker or the current person being discussed.

Example: I think someone else may have taken my umbrella by mistake.

Note: The phrase 'someone else' assigns the action or attribution to a different individual, highlighting a shift in responsibility or involvement.

nothing else

Indicates that there are no other options or alternatives.

Example: There's nothing else we can do now except wait.

Note: The phrase 'nothing else' explicitly states the absence of additional choices or possibilities, contrasting with the general notion of 'else'.

somewhere else

Refers to a different location or place other than the current one.

Example: Let's go somewhere else for dinner tonight, I'm tired of the same old place.

Note: The phrase 'somewhere else' specifies a different specific location, emphasizing a change in physical position or environment.

elsewhere

Meaning in a different place or location.

Example: Let's go grab a coffee elsewhere.

Note: Different from 'else' which refers to other options or alternatives in general.

elsewise

Meaning in a different or alternative way.

Example: I think we should do it elsewise to avoid any issues.

Note: Unique slang term for different or alternative ways as opposed to just 'else' indicating other options.

elsehow

Indicating in what other manner or way.

Example: I'm not sure how elsehow we can resolve this matter.

Note: Specifically focuses on the manner or way of doing something differently compared to just 'else.'

elsewhen

Referring to a different time or moment.

Example: We need to figure out when elsewhen we can schedule this meeting.

Note: Specifically pertains to time or moments as opposed to 'else' which is more general.

unless

Except if (something specified) happens.

Example: You won't be able to join us unless you finish your work on time.

Note: Provides a condition or exception for a specific situation, unlike 'else' which is more open-ended.

If it rains, we'll stay inside, else we'll go for a walk.

如果下雨，我们就待在里面，否则我们就去散步。

I don't like coffee, but I'll have tea instead.

我不喜欢咖啡，但我会喝茶。

I need to finish this project by Friday, otherwise I'll be in trouble.

我需要在星期五之前完成这个项目，否则我会有麻烦。

Else - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)

Lemma: else

Conjugations

Adverb (Adverb): else

Syllables, Separation and Stress

else Contains 1 syllables: else

Phonetic transcription: ˈel(t)s

else , ˈel(t)s (The red syllable is stressed)

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.

else: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).

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