so long as

conjunction
UK: /ˌsəʊ ˈlɒŋ æz/
US: /ˌsoʊ ˈlɔːŋ æz/

  1. used to say that something can only happen or be true if something else also happens or is true

    1. We'll go so long as the weather is good.
    2. I'll lend you the money so long as you promise to pay me back next month.

Synonyms

as long as on condition that
so long as conjunction

  1. as long as; provided that

    1. You can play so long as you are careful.
    2. So long as you have a valid ticket, you will be allowed entry to the event.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "so long as" is /ˌsəʊ ˈlɒŋ æz/ in British English and /ˌsoʊ ˈlɔːŋ æz/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "so long as": as long as, on condition that.

Example usage of "so long as": "We'll go so long as the weather is good.". More examples on the page.