sonst
else
The German word 'sonst' is used to express the concept of 'else' in English. It can be used in various contexts such as 'otherwise', 'in other cases', or 'if not'. It is often used to introduce an alternative or a consequence. For example, 'Wenn du nicht kommst, gehe ich sonst alleine.' translates to 'If you don't come, I will go alone otherwise.'
Example sentences using: sonst
Was machst du sonst noch so?
What else do you do?
This is a common conversational phrase often used to express interest in someone's activities or hobbies beyond what has already been discussed.
Wir müssen jetzt gehen, sonst kommen wir zu spät.
We have to go now, otherwise we'll be late.
In this sentence, 'sonst' is used as a conjunction to express the consequence that will occur if the specified action is not taken.
Sonst noch etwas?
Anything else?
This phrase is often used in retail or service settings as a polite way to ask the customer if they need anything else.