But rather (expressing contrast or opposition)
Except if (introducing an alternative possibility)
On the contrary, instead of (indicating a different option)
"Sino" as a noun refers to the ethnonym for Chinese people.
In linguistics, "sino" denotes words borrowed from Chinese into other languages.
SINO (Sign in Name Only) is an acronym used in online forums to describe users who rarely participate actively but simply sign in and read posts without engaging with others.
Chinese, pertaining to China or its culture.
Instead of, as an alternative choice.
Only one other possibility remains; but rather.