否则
Characters in This Word
Definitions
- if not
- otherwise
- else
- or else
Example Sentences
快点，否则就迟到了。
Kuàidiǎn, fǒuzé jiù chídào le
Hurry up, otherwise we'll be late
Related Words
Grammar Notes
HSK levels
- New HSK exam
- HSK 4
- HSK 2.0
- HSK 4
- HSK Lord study list
- HSK 4 list
否则: HSK 4 on both the old and the new exam. See where your old level lands
New exam levels follow the CLEC syllabus released 15 November 2025. The first official sitting is announced for 13 December 2026. HSK 7-9 is one advanced band.
On the new HSK 4 exam
Studying for HSK 4? Keep 否则 with the rest of your level.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Reviewed by RJ Murray, Founder, HSK Lord.