Future Real Conditional

Future Real Conditional

1. Future Real Conditional Sentences

   • Use future real conditional sentences to describe real condition and result that are certain.
     • The If-Clause describes a real or true condition. The result clause describes the certain result.
       • If I use this pen, I´ll pass the test
         • If you feel lucky, ypu´ll expect good things.

2. With a Modal in the Result Clause

   • You can use modals or similar expressions inthe result clause to express possibility, advice or necessity.
     • If they have time tomorrow, they may go to the park.
       • If you want to pass that test, you should study more.

3. Position of the If-Clause

   • The If-Clause can come at the beginning or the of the sentence. The meaning is the same.
     • If she uses that pen, she´ll feel lucky.
       • If she gets a good grade, she´ll be happy.

4. Future Real Conditional Sentences with If or Unless

   • You can use If or Unless in future real conditional sentences, but their meaning are very different.
     • If he studies, he will pass the test.
       • Unless he studies, he will fail the test.