In the event of Meaning in English

expression

US

in thuh ee-VENT uv

UK

in thuh iv-ENT ov

Definition

Used to talk about what should be done if something specific happens, usually referring to an unexpected or emergency situation.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly found in formal instructions, contracts, and safety information. Similar to 'if' or 'in case of', but more formal. Used before a noun, not a complete clause: 'in the event of fire'. Not used in everyday conversation.

• Spanish: en caso de
• Portuguese (BR): em caso de
• Portuguese (PT): em caso de
• Chinese (Simplified): 如果发生 - 万一
• Chinese (Traditional): 如果發生 - 萬一
• Hindi: के मामले में - यदि ऐसा हो
• Arabic: في حال - في حالة
• Bengali: এই পরিস্থিতিতে - যদি এমন কিছু ঘটে
• Russian: в случае
• Japanese: 場合（ばあい）には
• Vietnamese: trong trường hợp
• Korean: 경우에
• Turkish: durumunda
• Urdu: کی صورت میں
• Indonesian: jika terjadi

Example Sentences

In the event of fire, use the stairs, not the elevator.

basic

In the event of rain, the match will be canceled.

basic

In the event of an emergency, call 911 immediately.

basic

Please keep your ticket; in the event of loss, you'll need it to get a replacement.

natural

The instructions are clear: in the event of a power cut, do not open the refrigerator.

natural

Most companies have a plan in the event of a data breach.

natural