The first conditional

The first conditional

1. Structure

   • If + present simple, will + infinitive.

2. Use

   • It is used to talk about what will happen in the future if a condition is met.
   • -If I have time, I’ll call you. -If she has enough money next year, she’ll buy a motorbike.

3. The negative form can be with

   • don’t, doesn’t, or won’t, depending on what you mean.
     • -If he calls me, I won’t answer. -If I fail the test, I won’t finish university.
     • Negation of the two sides.
       • If you don’t eat something now, you’ll be hungry later. If he doesn’t call, I’ll be very angry!

4. Examples

   • Upside down
     • -I’ll visit him if I go to Paris. -I’ll call you if I have time.