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in case in Spanish

in case in Spanish is por si acaso, por si — in case means because something might happen; used to explain a precaution taken against a possibility.

in case in Spanish

por si acaso
conj
por si
conj

What does "in case" mean?

  1. conjunction Because something might happen; used to explain a precaution taken against a possibility.
    "Take an umbrella in case it rains."
  2. phrase In case of: if a particular thing happens; used mainly in notices and instructions.
    "In case of fire, use the stairs."
  3. 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 Spanish?

"in case" in Spanish is por si acaso, por si. 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 Spanish, "in case" is por si acaso, por si.

Are there other ways to say "in case" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 2 translations listed for "in case": por si acaso, por si.

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