sau

This is the 15th most frequent Romanian word.


sau

"Or."


Here, 'sau' is used as a conjunction meaning 'or', presenting a choice between two options.

Vrei să mănânci acum sau mai târziu?

Do you want to eat now or later?


In this case, 'sau' is part of a quoted phrase, referring directly to the word itself, showing its use in direct speech or reference.

Nu sunt sigur dacă s-a spus „sau” sau altceva.

I am not sure if 'sau' or something else was said.


Here, 'sau' introduces an alternative or uncertainty, similar to 'or perhaps' in English.

Cărțile sunt pe masă, sau poate sunt în bibliotecă.

The books are on the table, or maybe they are in the bookshelf.