GrammarJLPT N3
if that's the case ...
Conjunction

Definitions

  1. 1. if that's the case ...
  2. 2. if so ...
A conjunction meaning "in that case" or "if that's so," used to respond to what someone has just said and introduce a logical follow-up. It connects naturally to the previous statement and transitions to a new suggestion or conclusion.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

It's going to rain tomorrow? Then how about a movie instead?

Sentence 2

"Decide right now"? Then I have no choice but to say no!

Sentence 3

He apologized? Then maybe I can let it go.

Sentence 4

"That's my fault?" Then show me the proof!

Sentence 5

"That's not possible" — then you should have said so from the start!