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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.
entonces(
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tohn
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sehs
)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
en ese caso(
ehn
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seh
kah
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soh
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
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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.