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failing that in French

failing that in French is autrement, dans le cas contraire, faute de quoi.

failing that in French

autrement

adv

dans le cas contraire

adv

faute de quoi

adv

à défaut de quoi

adv

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "failing that" in French?

"failing that" in French is autrement, dans le cas contraire, faute de quoi.

Are there other ways to say "failing that" in French?

Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "failing that": autrement, dans le cas contraire, faute de quoi, à défaut de quoi.

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