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Else
ɛls
Extremely common
400 - 500
400 - 500
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.
otro/a, más, de lo contrario
Else meanings in Spanish
otro/a
Example:
Is there anyone else coming to the party?
¿Viene alguien más a la fiesta?
I need something else from the store.
Necesito algo más de la tienda.
Usage: formal/informalContext: General usage when referring to another person or thing.
Note: The most common translation of 'else' in Spanish, used in a variety of contexts.
más
Example:
What else do you need?
¿Qué más necesitas?
There is nothing else we can do.
No hay nada más que podamos hacer.
Usage: formal/informalContext: When asking for additional information or indicating that there are no further options.
Note: Used to inquire about additional things or to express the absence of further possibilities.
de lo contrario
Example:
You need to finish your work, or else you will be late.
Debes terminar tu trabajo, de lo contrario llegarás tarde.
Help me with this, or else I won't be able to complete it.
Ayúdame con esto, de lo contrario no podré terminarlo.
Usage: formalContext: Expressing a consequence or alternative result.
Note: Used to show what will happen if a certain action is not taken or to present an alternative outcome.
Else's synonyms
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.
Else expressions, common phrases
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.
Else everyday (slang) expressions
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.
Else - Examples
If it rains, we'll stay inside, else we'll go for a walk.
Si llueve, nos quedaremos adentro, de lo contrario, saldremos a caminar.
I don't like coffee, but I'll have tea instead.
No me gusta el café, pero tomaré té en su lugar.
I need to finish this project by Friday, otherwise I'll be in trouble.
Necesito terminar este proyecto para el viernes, de lo contrario, tendré problemas.
Else grammar
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)
Else - 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.
else: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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