First conditional

First conditional

1. if+ present simple+ will+ infinitive

   • Used for possible present ot future consequences
     • If clause can be at the end beginning or in the middle ofe the sentences.

2. In the If clause can use

   • Present simple
   • Present continuous
   • Perfect tense

3. Will in the if clause

   • We usually do this when expressing strong emotion such as insistence or irritation.
     • If he will act like a fool in class, he won't get a very good education.

4. Formality

   • replacing 'if' with 'should
     • with a negative if clause, use 'not' instead of 'don't' or 'doesn't'.
       • Should I go anywhere today, I will go to the cinema.
         • if I don’t go -> should I not go