Conditionals

Conditionals

1. Type 0

   • natural or logical consequence
   • If caluse [if + pesent simple] , main clause [present simple]

2. Type 1

   • predict the likely outcome
     • Used in offers and suggestions, warnings and threats
   • If caluse [if + pesent simple] , main clause [will + infinitive]
     • wil can be replaced for might or should
     • In the if clause can use the present continuous or present perfect

3. Type 2

   • Probable outcome of a hypothetical situation
     • often used in requests
   • If caluse [if + past simple] , main clause [would + infinitive without to]
     • would can be replaced for such as could or might.

4. Type 3

   • natural or logical consequence
     • used to express regret or to criticize someone.
   • If caluse [if + past perfect] , main clause [would have + past participle]
     • would have can be replaced for such as could have or might have