Grammar: Conditionals

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What are Conditionals in English Grammar?

Conditionals in English grammar are sentences that describe a condition and its possible result. They typically consist of two parts: a clause that expresses the condition (often referred to as the "if-clause") and a main clause that expresses the result or consequence. The conditionals are used to discuss real or hypothetical situations and their outcomes.

There are four main types of conditionals, each serving a different purpose:

  1. Zero Conditional: Used for general truths or laws of nature. Both clauses are in the present simple tense. For example, "If you heat water to 100 degrees Celsius, it boils."

  2. First Conditional: Used for real and possible situations in the future. The if-clause is in the present simple tense, and the main clause is in the future simple tense. For example, "If it rains tomorrow, we will cancel the picnic."

  3. Second Conditional: Used for hypothetical or unlikely situations in the present or future. The if-clause is in the past simple tense, and the main clause uses "would" plus the base form of the verb. For example, "If I won the lottery, I would travel the world."

  4. Third Conditional: Used for hypothetical situations in the past, often expressing regret or missed opportunities. The if-clause is in the past perfect tense, and the main clause uses "would have" plus the past participle. For example, "If I had known about the meeting, I would have attended."

These conditionals help speakers and writers convey various scenarios and their potential outcomes, ranging from factual statements to imagined possibilities.

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