What does otherwise mean?

If this does not happen or is not done. In all other ways apart from the one mentioned. In a different way or with a different result.

How is otherwise pronounced?

UK /ˈʌðəwaɪz/, US /ˈʌðɚwaɪz/.

/ˈʌðəwaɪz/ · /ˈʌðɚwaɪz/

CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2561 in the learning path

否则；不然

adv. If this does not happen or is not done.

否则；不然

adv. In all other ways apart from the one mentioned.

在其他方面

adv. In a different way or with a different result.

以其他方式；不同地

Take an umbrella; otherwise, you will get wet.

带把伞吧，否则你会淋湿的。

Cities must invest in reliable public transport; otherwise, more residents may choose to drive.

城市必须投资建设可靠的公共交通，否则更多居民可能选择开车。

表示“否则”时，书面语常在前面用分号。

What does otherwise mean?: If this does not happen or is not done. In all other ways apart from the one mentioned. In a different way or with a different result.
How is otherwise pronounced?: UK /ˈʌðəwaɪz/, US /ˈʌðɚwaɪz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.