Real Conditionals

Real Conditionals

1. First Conditional

   • To talk about possible future results
     • EXAMPLES
       • If you like Mexican Food, you will go to "Tacos del Gordo"
       • If she has a headache, she might stay home today.
       • If everyone agrees, we're going to go to Spain next year.
   • STRUCTURE
     • If clause (condition),
       • +
         • Main clause (result)
           • will/ be going to/ might
       • Present

2. Zero Conditional

   • To describe general truths, facts, and habits
     • EXAMPLE
       • If the milk smells bad, I don’t drink it.
   • STRUCTURE
     • If clause (condition),
       • +
         • Main clause (result)
           • Present/Imperative
       • Present
   • To tell someone what to do
     • EXAMPLE
       • When you finish, tell me.