in case in French
in case in French is au cas où — in case means because something might happen; used to explain a precaution taken against a possibility.
in case in French
au cas où
What does "in case" mean?
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conjunction Because something might happen; used to explain a precaution taken against a possibility.
"Take an umbrella in case it rains."
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phrase In case of: if a particular thing happens; used mainly in notices and instructions.
"In case of fire, use the stairs."
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phrase Just in case: as a precaution, without knowing whether it will be needed.
"I packed a spare charger, just in case."
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in case in a sentence
- Take an umbrella in case it rains.
- I wrote the address down in case my phone died.
- In case of fire, use the stairs.
- Break the glass in case of emergency.
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What is "in case" in French?
"in case" in French is au cas où. in case means: Because something might happen; used to explain a precaution taken against a possibility.
How do you use "in case" in a sentence?
Example: "Take an umbrella in case it rains." In French, "in case" is au cas où.
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