Understanding and Using Conditionals (If Clauses)

47.1 Introduction

Conditionals are sentences that talk about possible situations and their results. They usually use the word “if”.

In this chapter, you will learn how to use if clauses to talk about real situations in simple English.

47.2 Tips for Using If Clauses

• Use if to show a condition
• Talk about result after the condition
• Use simple tense for daily situations
• Comma is optional when if comes first

47.3 50 Common Conditional Sentences (If Clauses)

1. 1. If you work hard,
   → you will succeed.

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2. 2. If it rains,
   → we will stay home.

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3. 3. If you study well,
   → you will pass.

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4. 4. If you eat too much,
   → you will feel sick.

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5. 5. If you are late,
   → the class will start.

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6. 6. If you press this button,
   → the machine starts.

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7. 7. If I get time,
   → I will call you.

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8. 8. If she works hard,
   → she will succeed.

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9. 9. If we leave early,
   → we will reach on time.

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10. 10. If you don’t listen,
    → you will miss it.

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11. 11. If he runs fast,
    → he will win.

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12. 12. If you save money,
    → it will help later.

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13. 13. If you practice daily,
    → you will improve.

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14. 14. If the light is red,
    → stop the vehicle.

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15. 15. If you feel tired,
    → take rest.

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16. 16. If you eat healthy food,
    → you stay fit.

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17. 17. If I see him,
    → I will tell him.

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18. 18. If it is hot,
    → drink water.

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19. 19. If you hurry,
    → you can catch the bus.

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20. 20. If you forget,
    → remind yourself.

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21. 21. If the phone rings,
    → answer it.

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22. 22. If you follow rules,
    → life becomes easy.

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23. 23. If we work together,
    → we succeed.

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24. 24. If he studies daily,
    → he gets good marks.

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25. 25. If you are honest,
    → people trust you.

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26. 26. If it is cold,
    → wear a jacket.

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27. 27. If you try again,
    → you may succeed.

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28. 28. If she calls me,
    → I will reply.

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29. 29. If you wake up early,
    → you feel fresh.

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30. 30. If we don’t hurry,
    → we will be late.

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31. 31. If you read books,
    → knowledge increases.

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32. 32. If it rains heavily,
    → roads flood.

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33. 33. If you help others,
    → they help you.

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34. 34. If you sleep late,
    → you feel tired.

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35. 35. If I finish work early,
    → I will relax.

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36. 36. If the teacher explains well,
    → students understand.

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37. 37. If you are polite,
    → people respect you.

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38. 38. If you forget homework,
    → teacher scolds you.

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39. 39. If we plan well,
    → work becomes easy.

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40. 40. If you eat fruits,
    → you stay healthy.

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41. 41. If the door is closed,
    → knock.

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42. 42. If you feel confused,
    → ask questions.

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43. 43. If you work smart,
    → you save time.

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44. 44. If it is sunny,
    → we will go out.

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45. 45. If you don’t try,
    → you never know.

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46. 46. If you follow advice,
    → you improve.

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47. 47. If the bus is late,
    → we will wait.

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48. 48. If you learn English,
    → communication improves.

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49. 49. If you are careful,
    → mistakes reduce.

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50. 50. If you believe in yourself,
    → you succeed.

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47.4 Worksheet — Practice If Clauses