Under certain conditions Meaning in English
expression
ˈəndɝ/ /ˈsɝtən/ /kənˈdɪʃənz
UN-der SUR-tin kun-DISH-enz
ˈʌndɐ/ /sˈɜːtən/ /kəndˈɪʃənz
UN-duh SUR-tun kun-DISH-enz
Definition
Used to say that something is only true or possible if specific situations or requirements exist.
Usage & Nuances
Formal/neutral register, often used in scientific, legal, or technical contexts. Common at the start or end of sentences. Similar to 'if' or 'depending on the circumstances,' but more precise. Not typically used in casual conversation.
Spanish: bajo ciertas condicionesPortuguese (BR): sob certas condiçõesPortuguese (PT): sob certas condiçõesChinese (Simplified): 在特定条件下Chinese (Traditional): 在特定條件下Hindi: कुछ विशेष परिस्थितियों मेंArabic: تحت ظروف معينةBengali: নির্দিষ্ট শর্তে - বিশেষ শর্তেRussian: при определённых условияхJapanese: 特定の条件下で - ある条件下でVietnamese: dưới một số điều kiện nhất địnhKorean: 특정 조건에서 - 일정 조건하에Turkish: belirli koşullarda - belli şartlar altındaUrdu: مخصوص حالات میں - کچھ خاص شرائط پرIndonesian: dengan syarat tertentu - dalam kondisi tertentu
Example Sentences
Plants can grow here under certain conditions.
basic
The experiment works under certain conditions only.
basic
You can return the product under certain conditions.
basic
He agreed to help, but only under certain conditions.
natural
These animals can survive here under certain conditions during winter.
natural
Our offer is valid under certain conditions, so be sure to read the details.
natural