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English - German
Or
ɔr
Extremely common
0 - 100
0 - 100
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. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
oder, beziehungsweise (bzw.)
Or meanings in German
oder
Example:
Do you want tea or coffee?
Möchtest du Tee oder Kaffee?
You can have cake or ice cream.
Du kannst Kuchen oder Eis haben.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to present a choice between two options.
Note: The conjunction 'oder' is used to indicate an alternative between two possibilities.
beziehungsweise (bzw.)
Example:
Please send your application to HR, or to the department head, respectively.
Bitte senden Sie Ihre Bewerbung an die Personalabteilung bzw. an den Abteilungsleiter.
The event will take place in Berlin or Munich, or both.
Die Veranstaltung findet in Berlin bzw. in München oder in beiden Städten statt.
Usage: formalContext: Used to indicate a further specification or refinement.
Note: The abbreviation 'bzw.' is commonly used in written German for 'beziehungsweise', meaning 'or rather' or 'respectively'.
Or's synonyms
Otherwise
Indicates the consequence of not choosing the option mentioned.
Example: You need to study hard, otherwise you might fail the exam.
Note: Emphasizes the consequence more than the original word.
Alternatively
Introduces another option or choice.
Example: You can take the bus to work, or alternatively, you can carpool with your colleague.
Note: Suggests a different choice or possibility.
Else
Refers to something different or additional.
Example: Would you like tea or coffee? - I'll have something else, please.
Note: Indicates a different option or choice.
Or expressions, common phrases
Either/or
This phrase presents a choice between two options.
Example: You can either go to the movies or stay home.
Note: In this phrase, 'either' emphasizes the choice between two options, making it exclusive.
Or else
This phrase indicates a consequence or an alternative if the first option is not followed.
Example: Finish your homework now, or else you won't be able to go out.
Note: It implies a potential negative consequence if the initial condition is not met.
More often than not
This phrase means that something happens frequently or usually.
Example: More often than not, she arrives late to work.
Note: It signifies a higher frequency of occurrence than the average or expected.
One way or another
This phrase indicates that a solution or outcome will be achieved, regardless of the method or path taken.
Example: We will find a solution, one way or another.
Note: It emphasizes the determination to achieve a result by any means necessary.
Sooner or later
This phrase means that something will happen eventually, without specifying an exact time.
Example: Sooner or later, you will have to face the consequences of your actions.
Note: It implies an inevitable occurrence but without a precise timeframe.
Now or never
This phrase emphasizes that a particular opportunity must be seized immediately or it will be lost forever.
Example: It's now or never, make a decision.
Note: It stresses the urgency and finality of the decision or action to be taken.
Sink or swim
This phrase means that someone must either succeed on their own or fail without help.
Example: It's time to prove yourself, it's sink or swim.
Note: It signifies a situation where success or failure depends entirely on one's own efforts or abilities.
Or everyday (slang) expressions
Or something
This phrase is used to suggest a casual or unspecified alternative.
Example: Do you want to grab a slice of pizza or something?
Note: The addition of 'something' makes the alternative more open-ended and less specific compared to just using 'or.'
Or whatever
Used to imply indifference towards a choice or option.
Example: You can wear that shirt or whatever.
Note: Adding 'whatever' suggests a lack of concern or interest in the alternative.
Or what
An informal way to ask for confirmation or agreement.
Example: Are you coming to the party or what?
Note: The use of 'or what' adds emphasis and a sense of anticipation to the question.
Or nah
A slang term used to indicate a negative response or rejection.
Example: Do you want to go out tonight, or nah?
Note: 'Nah' is a colloquial way of saying 'no,' making the rejection more casual and informal.
Or something like that
Used to indicate approximation or vagueness in a statement.
Example: He said he'll be there around 8 or something like that.
Note: The inclusion of 'something like that' adds a level of uncertainty or estimation to the statement.
Or whatever floats your boat
A more playful way of suggesting someone can choose according to their preference.
Example: You can choose the movie tonight, or whatever floats your boat.
Note: The phrase 'whatever floats your boat' emphasizes personal choice and individual preference.
Or not
An informal way of seeking agreement or disagreement.
Example: You think it's a good idea, or not?
Note: The use of 'or not' at the end of a statement invites a response that expresses agreement or disagreement.
Or - Examples
She ordered an orange juice.
Sie bestellte einen Orangensaft.
He is eating an orange.
Er isst eine Orange.
I have an orange.
Ich habe eine Orange.
They bought oranges at the market.
Sie kauften Orangen auf dem Markt.
Or grammar
Or - Coordinating conjunction (Coordinating conjunction) / Coordinating conjunction (Coordinating conjunction)
Lemma: or
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): or
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): or
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Or Contains 1 syllables: or
Phonetic transcription: ər
or , ər (The red syllable is stressed)
Or - Importance and usage frequency
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.
Or: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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