This is the 2218th most frequent Turkish word.
yoksa
"Yoksa" means "or," "or else," or "if not" in English.
In this sentence, 'yoksa' is used to introduce an alternative question or doubt.
Hızlı konuşuyorsun, yoksa yanlış mı anladım?
You are speaking quickly; or did I misunderstand?
Here, 'yoksa' is used to indicate a consequence or what happens if the prior condition is not met.
Sınavda başarılı olmak için çalışmalısın, yoksa başarısız olursun.
You have to study to succeed in the exam; otherwise, you will fail.
In this example, 'yoksa' is employed to connect two contrasting possibilities or choices.