WISH CLAUSES Wish /if only...

WISH CLAUSES Wish /if only...

1. + PAST SIMPLE

   • Refers to a present situation that the speaker is unhappy about
     • If only I had a better job

2. +PAST PERFECT SIMPLE

   • Expresses regret about a past action or situation
     • I wish I hadn't missed the flight

3. +COULD / WOULD + BASE FORM

   • Expresses a desire for something to happen in the future
     • I wish I could fly to the moon one day
       • If only he would help me with the washing up
         • different subject!..........WOULD