En tot cas
Example: En tot cas, porta un paraigua per si plou.
Definition
"En tot cas" is a Catalan expression used to mean 'in any case' or 'anyway,' indicating that something should be done regardless of other circumstances or conditions. For example, it suggests carrying an umbrella just in case it rains.
Etymology
The expression "En tot cas" originates from Catalan, where 'en' means 'in,' 'tot' means 'all' or 'every,' and 'cas' means 'case' or 'situation.' Together, they form a phrase signifying consideration of all possible cases or situations, similar to the English phrase 'in any case.'
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