A1 Expression Neutral

Por si acaso.

Just in case.

Practice it

Meaning

Precautionary measure.

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Cultural Background

In Spain, 'por si acaso' is standard. You might also hear 'por si las moscas' in informal contexts. Mexicans often use 'por si las dudas' as a very common alternative to 'por si acaso'.

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Placement

You can put it at the start or end of a sentence.

Meaning

Precautionary measure.

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Placement

You can put it at the start or end of a sentence.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Llevo un paraguas ____ llueve.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: por si acaso

It is a precautionary measure.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

Llevo un paraguas ____ llueve.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: por si acaso

It is a precautionary measure.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Only for precautionary actions.

Related Phrases

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Por si las dudas

synonym

Just in case of doubts

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Prevenir

builds on

To prevent

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