conditionals 1

conditionals 1

1. Conditional sentences are often divided into different types.

   • zero conditional
     • We use the zero conditional to talk about things that are generally true, especially for laws and rules.
       • example:Ice melts if you heat it. When the sun goes down, it gets dark.If I drink too much coffee, I can't sleep at night.
         • The stsimple.ructure is: if/when + present simple >> present
   • first conditional
     • We use the first conditional when we talk about future situations we believe are real or possible.
       • Arsenal will be top of the league if they win. When I finish work, I'll call you.
         • In first conditional sentences, the structure is usually: if/when + present simple >> will + infinitive.
   • second conditional
     • The second conditional is used to imagine present or future situations that are impossible or unlikely in reality..
       • example:If we had a garden, we could have a cat. If I won a lot of money, I'd buy a big house in the country. I wouldn't worry if I were you.
         • The structure is usually: if + past simple >> + would + infinitive.