CONDITIONALS

DIFFERENT TYPES OF CONDITIONALS

0 CONDITIONAL

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If + present simple , present The condition always has the If you pick a fish out of water,
simple same results. it dies.

Variations: You may also use the imperative tense of the verbs on the second half of the phrase
to give instructions, advice or suggestions.
Eg: If you want to apply for that job, send the companies your CV.
If you have any doubts, ask me.

1ST CONDITIONAL

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If + present simple , will/ A possible situation in the future. If it rains, we will cancel the trip
won´t + verb
It is used to talk about concrete If I study, I will pass the exam.
things that may happen
Alternatives:
WHEN – we can substitute it with “if”, when we are 100% sure that something is going to
happen.
Eg: When I see her, I will give her the message.

UNLESS – we can substitute it with “If (negative context)”.

Eg: I won´t wash your car unless you pay me
I won´t wash your car if you don´t pay me
IN CASE — to substitute with “if”, when we want to say that something might happen.
Eg: Take this umbrella in case it rains.
EVEN IF — use to emphasize
Eg: I won´t wash your car even if you pay me!
AS LONG AS / PROVIDED — to substitute “if”.