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ifall

if · in case

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Ifall (Swedish)

  • Meaning: "Ifall" is a conjunction in Swedish that means "in case" or "if." It is used to introduce a condition or possibility.

  • Usage: It is often used when talking about something that might happen or might be true.

  • Example:
    Ifall det regnar, stannar vi hemma.
    (In case it rains, we will stay home.)


Similar words / synonyms

  1. Om

    • Also means "if."
    • More commonly used than "ifall."
    • Example: Om du kommer, blir jag glad (If you come, I'll be happy).
    • "Om" is often used for real conditions or hypotheses.
  2. Ifall

    • Sometimes considered slightly more formal or used in written language.
    • Slight nuance suggesting "just in case" or more remote possibility.

Summary

  • Ifall = "in case," "if," often indicating precaution or possibility.
  • Om = "if," general condition, more common in conversation.

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Examples

Jag ringer dig ifall jag blir sen.conjunction

I will call you if I am late.

Kan du vänta här ifall bussen inte kommer i tid?conjunction

Can you wait here in case the bus doesn't arrive on time?

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