unless
/ənˈles/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2204 in the learning path
除非；如果不
Definitions
conj. except if; if something does not happen or is untrue
除非；如果不
Example
We will eat outside unless it starts to rain.
除非开始下雨，否则我们就在外面吃饭。
Public transport will remain unpopular unless local authorities improve its reliability and make fares more affordable.
除非地方政府提高公共交通的可靠性并降低票价，否则它仍不会受欢迎。
Collocations
- unless otherwise stated
- unless absolutely necessary
- unless circumstances change
Usage tip
表将来条件时，unless从句通常用一般现在时。
FAQ
- What does unless mean?
- except if; if something does not happen or is untrue
- How is unless pronounced?
- UK /ənˈles/, US /ənˈles/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
