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"Entonces" is an adverb which is often translated as "then", and "en ese caso" is a phrase which is often translated as "in that case". Learn more about the difference between "entonces" and "en ese caso" below.
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An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. then
Si ellos están aquí, entonces, ¿quién está en casa?If they're here, then who's at home?
a. then
Éramos muy felices entonces.We were very happy then.
a. so
¿Perdimos el tren? Entonces, ¿qué hacemos?We missed the bus? So, what should we do?
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. in that case
Lo siento, no puedo acompañarte. - Bueno, en ese caso, nos vemos el lunes.I'm sorry, I can't go with you. - Well, in that case, see you on Monday.
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