さもないと
sa mo nai to
otherwise; or else
[Otherwise; or else; if not]
Connection: Sentence (command/suggestion) + さもないと
Usage: Used to warn about negative consequences if the preceding action is not taken. Functions as a conjunction meaning "otherwise" or "or else." Slightly formal.
Variations:
Examples:
早く出発しなさい。さもないと、間に合わないよ。(Leave quickly. Otherwise, you won't make it in time.)
しっかり勉強しなさい。さもないと、試験に落ちるぞ。(Study hard. Otherwise, you'll fail the exam.)
規則を守ってください。さもないと、罰せられます。(Please follow the rules. Otherwise, you will be punished.)