それなら
Meanings
- Then
- If that’s the case
- In that situation
- If so
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Explanation
A conjunctive expression used to respond to a previously stated situation or condition. It signals that the speaker is transitioning to a plan, decision, or conclusion based on what has just been said. It can be compared to "in that case" or "then" in English. It’s commonly used in everyday conversation, informal to polite contexts, and is often followed by a suggestion, decision, or action.
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Example sentences
If that’s the case, I’ll do it.
Then let’s try another method.
In that case, it’s a straightforward matter.
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