Adverb
sonst
Pronunciation: /zɔnst/
otherwise (under different circumstances)
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Meanings
Adverb
- otherwise (under different circumstances)
- normally, usually (as opposed to a particular case)
- else
- so; then; consecutive, but directed against an explicit or implicit alternative
Example sentence
Was soll ich sonst noch für Sie tun?
What else do you want me to do for you?
Usage
- sonst verpasst du den Bus — Introduces the consequence if something does not happen.
- sonst noch etwas? — In service situations, this asks whether anything else is needed.
Beeil dich, sonst verpasst du den Bus.
Hurry up; otherwise you will miss the bus.