Type 2 If Conditional

💝 Type 2 If Conditional💝

Definition of Conditional Sentence Type 2

Type 2 conditional sentence  or second conditional is a conditional sentence  that is used when the result / consequence of the condition has no or little chance of being realized because the condition cannot be fulfilled in the present (present unreal situation) or condition it is difficult to happen in the future.

The condition is in the subordinate clause with the subordinate conjunction "if", while the result / consequence is in the main clause .

Function

The type 2 conditional refers to an unlikely or hypothetical condition and its probable result. These sentences are not based on the actual situation. In type 2 conditional sentences, the time is now or any time and the situation is hypothetical.

Examples

• If the weather wasn't so bad, we would go to the park. (But the weather is bad so we can't go.)
• If I was the Queen of England, I would give everyone a chicken. (But I am not the Queen.)
• If you really loved me, you would buy me a diamond ring.
• If I knew where she lived, I would go and see her.
• It is correct, and very common, to say "if I were" instead of "if I was" (subjunctive mood).

Examples

• If I were taller, I would buy this dress.
• If I were 20, I would travel the world.
• If I were you, I would give up smoking.
• If I were a plant, I would love the rain.

In type 2 conditional sentences, you can also use modals in the main clause instead of "would" to express the degree of certainty, permission, or a recommendation about the outcome.

Examples

• We might buy a larger house if we had more money
• He could go to the concert if you gave him your ticket.
• If he called me, I couldn't hear.

Formulas for Conditional Sentence Type 2

The conditional clause  (if + condition) uses the simple past tense , while the main clause (result) section uses the modal verb  and the bare infinitive (the infinitive without to ).

complex sentence
subordinate clause (if + condition)	main clause (result / consequence)
if + simple past	would / could / might + bare infinitive

formula and explanation of conditional sentence type 2

If-clause  can be at the beginning or middle of a sentence. When if-clause takes place at the beginning of the sentence, a comma is placed before the main clause . If… not can be replaced by unless .

Were Replacing Was

In type 2 conditional sentences , were is used in place of was even though it uses a singular subject (single subject:  3rd person pronoun  (she, he, it) or noun ). This is to show that the supposition is really just a delusion, because the conditions are unlikely to be met (present unreal situation).

complex sentence
subordinate clause (if + condition)	main clause (result / consequence)
if + S + were	would / could / might + bare infinitive

The present conditional tense

The present conditional of any verb is composed of two elements:
would + the infinitive of the main verb, without "to"

Subject	+ would	+ infinitive
He	would	go
They	would	stay

To Go: present conditional

Affirmative	Negative	Interrogative	Interrogative negative
I would go	I wouldn't go	Would I go?	Wouldn't I go?
You would go	You wouldn't go	Would you go?	Wouldn't you go?
He would go	He wouldn't go	Would he go?	Wouldn't he go?
She would go	She wouldn't go	Would she go?	Wouldn't she go?
We would go	We wouldn't go	Would we go?	Wouldn't we go?
They would go	They wouldn't go	Would they go?	Wouldn't they go?

Examples of Type 2 Conditional Sentence Sentences

Sentence	Examples of Type 2 Conditional Sentence Sentences
(+)	If it rained tomorrow, I would sleep all day. (If it rains tomorrow, I'll sleep all day.) Fact: but I don't have much hope it will rain (but I don't have enough confidence that it will rain tomorrow)
	If Nisa studied hard, she would pass. (If Nisa studies hard, she will graduate.) Fact: but Nisa doesn't study hard (but Nisa doesn't study hard.)
	If I had much money, I would buy a sport car. (If I had a lot of money, I'd buy a sports car  .) Fact: but I don't have much money (but I don't have much money)
	If I were a millionaire, I would donate my money to charity. (If I were a millionaire, I would donate my money to charity.) Fact: but I'm not a millionaire (but I'm not a millionaire)
(-)	If Nisa studied hard, she wouldn't fail. (If Nisa studies hard, she won't fail.)
	If Nisa didn't study hard, she would fail. or Unless Nisa studied hard, she would fail. (If Nisa doesn't study hard, she will fail.)
	If I were a millionaire, I wouldn't donate my money to charity.
(?)	If Nisa studied hard, would she pass?
	If you had much money, would you buy a sport car?
	If you were a millionaire, would you donate my money to charity?

Inverted Word Order on Conditional Sentence Type 2

Inverted word order  means the  verb  appears before the  subject . This condition can occur by removing the word "if" and changing the subject and verb positions . An example is as follows.

Normal	Inverted
If I (S) were (V) the shopkeeper, I would give you discounts. (If I were a shop owner, I would have given you a discount.)	Were (V) I (S) the shopkeeper, I would give you discounts.

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Dialogue about conditional sentences type 2

Valent :  Look! Ria spends her holiday in New Zealand!

Yuli: Wow, she’s so lucky. She has a lot of money.

Valent: If I were her, I would buy a car and build a big house for my parents.

Yuli: Nice. I would do the same. I wish I had a lot of money.

Valent: Now let’s study hard so that we can have a good job and earn a lot of money.

Yuli : Yes, it’s a good idea.

Conclusion :

From dialogue above that there is conditional sentences type 2. Which is contained in the sentences :

• If I were her, I would buy a car and build a big house for my parents.
• I wish I had a lot of money.

That’s the conditional sentences type 2 is contained in the dialogue.

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First Type If Conditional

 First Type If Conditional

Hellow everyone, meet again with my blog. this time I will explain about the first type if conditional. let's see the discussion.

Definition First Type If Conditional

A type 1 conditional sentence or first conditional is a conditional sentence that is used if the result / consequence of the condition is likely to materialize in the future because the conditions are realistic to fulfill. The condition is in the subordinate clause with the subordinate "if" conjunction, while result / consequence is in the main clause.

Form

In a type 1 conditional sentence, the tense in the "if" clause is the simple present, and the tense in the main clause is the simple future.

If clause (condition)	Main clause (result)
If + simple present	simple future
If this thing happens	that thing will happen.

As in all conditional sentences, the order of the clauses is not fixed. You may have to rearrange the pronouns and adjust punctuation when you change the order of the clauses, but the meaning is identical.

Examples

• If it rains, you will get wet.
• You will get wet if it rains.
• If Sally is late again I will be mad.
• I will be mad if Sally is late again.
• If you don't hurry, you will miss the bus.
• You will miss the bus if you don't hurry.

Uses of the Conditional

First conditional

• Nature: Open condition, what is said in the condition is possible.
• Time: This condition refers either to present or to future time.
• e.g. If he is late, we will have to go without him.
• If my mother knows about this, we are in serious trouble

Function

The type 1 conditional refers to a possible condition and its probable result. These sentences are based on facts, and they are used to make statements about the real world, and about particular situations. We often use such sentences to give warnings. In type 1 conditional sentences, the time is the present or future and the situation is real.

Examples

• If I have time, I'll finish that letter.
• What will you do if you miss the plane?
• Nobody will notice if you make a mistake.
• If you drop that glass, it will break.
• If you don't drop the gun, I'll shoot!
• If you don't leave, I'll call the police.

In type 1 conditional sentences, you can also use modals in the main clause instead of the future tense to express the degree of certainty, permission, or a recommendation about the outcome.

Examples

• If you drop that glass, it might break.
• I may finish that letter if I have time.
• If he calls you, you should go.
• If you buy my school supplies for me, I will be able to go to the park.

Example Of Sentences First Type If Conditional

• If you buy Bitcoin right now, you will be rich.
• I will be the winner in this singing competition if I show the judges my best performance.
• Rania will go to Disneyland if she gets a raise.
• If Tantra joins a Poker tournament, he will win the game.
• If you consume garlic and green tea regularly, you will live longer.
• If you put on this cologne, Tania will be attracted to you.
• You will lose all your money if you go for second round.
• If we talk about the deal over dinner, Mr. Richard will agree to sell his land to our company.

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Dialogue about first type if conditional

Yuli : Well it’s an amazing Sunday, isn’t it?

Valent : Yeahh it’s true, and this weekend will be our last amazing weekend. 

Yuli : Why? 

Valent : Because next week we gonna have a final exam. Haa. I am afraid if I can’t pass the exam. 

Yuli : No, you will. If you study with all of your effort, you will definitely pass the exam. 

Valent : hahaha yaah I know, but feel lazy to study that hard. 

Yuli  : Then if you do so, you know the answer. 

Valent : I won’t pass the exam if don’t study hard.

Yuli  : There you got it. 

Valent : Ok, I’ll do my best. Because I will have a big party if I pass the exam.

Yuli : Waoww don’t forget to invite me, huh! 

Conclusion :

From dialogue above that there is first type if conditional sentences. Which is contained in the sentences :

• If you study with all of your effort, you will definitely pass the exam.
• I will have a big party if pass the exam.

That”s the first type if conditional sentences is contained in the dialogue/

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Conditional If Zero Type

•  CONDITIONAL IF ZERO TYPE

DEFINITION CONDITIONAL SENTENCES

Conditional Sentence is a form of complex sentence which is formed from a subordinate clause which begins with a subordinate conjunction if it is a condition  and the main clause is also a result or consequence.

FUNCTION CONDITIONAL SENTENCES

1. State the conditions that will occur if the conditions are met now or in the future.

2. Expressing a presumption at present or in the future but in reality the opposite so that the probability of occurrence is very small.

3. Conditionally state what has happened in the past. For type 3 conditional sentences, it is usually in the form of regret for events that occurred because the conditions were not met

CONDITIONAL IF ZERO TYPE

One of the several types of conditional sentences is type 0 (zero), this type is no less important and is no less often used in English communication, so it's quite important for you to learn . In everyday life, you will often use this type 0 conditional sentence.

In some sources, type 0 conditional sentences are also referred to as Zero Conditionals, this means the same and only has a difference in pronunciation. However, in this discussion, I will use the conditional sentence type 0 more often than not the zero conditional because it is my habit.

Okay, okay, maybe you don't need to go at length, I'll give an opening, let's just get to the heart of the discussion. In accordance with the title, which we will discuss this time is related to the definition of conditional sentence type 0, the formula and example sentences, here is the discussion: 

Definition of Type 0 Conditional Sentence

It can be concluded that what is meant by conditional sentence type 0 or zero conditional is a conditional sentence whose result is a general truth or fact, and can also express a habit. 

As with other conditional sentence types, what is meant by conditional is a condition, which will create a result, and the result is what will later state a general truth / fact or habit of that condition. 

As an example:

1.   If you mix red and blue , it becomes purple .

2.   If I eat peanuts , I am sick .

What I underlined are the conditions, while those in italics are the results. In the first instance, it is a general truth or scientific fact. In the second example, it is a fact, it may not happen to everyone but it is a fact for you or a habit. 

Type 0 Conditional Sentence Formulas

After reading the definition of Zero Conditional above, you may begin to be able to guess what kind of formula or sentence pattern we will use to form a sentence in this Type 0 Conditional Sentence . Because we discuss habitual activity , general truth and scientific fact , of course our sentences will contain elements of Simple Present Tense , friend. Well, here is the full explanation:

• Formula: If + Condition, Result or vice versa Result, if + Condition
• Explanation: If + Simple Present , Simple Present

Example: If you burn paper, it turns to ash.

How buddy, simple right? Of course.

In addition to the pattern above, it turns out that the Type 0 Conditional Sentence can also use the Imperative Sentence form in it. The patterns we use are as follows:

• Formula: If + Simple Present , Imperative Sentence
• Example: If you get headache, go to the doctor.

Super easy, it turns out that the Conditional Sentence Type 0 friend . Oh yes, a little more, especially on Zero Conditionals , we can replace the word " if " with " when ". So, if you prefer to use the word " when " instead of " if ", that's fine in the Type 0 Conditional Sentence .

Example of a Type 0 Conditional Sentence on General Truth

• If you lack sleep, you get tired easily.
• Dogs growl when they are angry.
• It is difficult to stay focus when you hold your pee.
• Kids hate it when their parents lie to them.
• Crabs hide under rocks when predator is around.
• People spend more when they earn more.

Example of Conditional Sentence Type 0 on Scientific Fact

• Neurons die when the brain lacks oxygen.
• If you connect a small dynamo to batteries, the motor moves.
• If you pick guitar strings, it produces a sound.
• If you mix some mentos and a bottle of coca cola, it explodes.
• When we boil an egg, it turns hard.
• You get green if you mix yellow and blue.
• When you cut yourself, the blood comes out.

Example of Conditional Sentence Type 0 about Habitual Activity

• If I get hungry at midnight, my wife makes me a bowl of oatmeal.
• I pray Tahajjud when I wake up before dawn.
• When I feel lonely, I write a poem.
• If my parents go out of town, I sleep in the living room.
• My mother gives me extra money when I help cleaning the house.
• Jackie invites all of his classmates to his house if his parents go overseas.

·      An example of a Type 0 Conditional Sentence is in the form of Imperative Sentence

•  If Mr. Jim comes before 07.30, remind him to wait at the front desk before coming to the class.
• If you don't know how to do the assignment, ask me.
• If we get separated, go to the security corner.
• Read more books if you want to be resourceful.
• Report to me immediately when there is a guest in my office.
• When you catch a cold, take some medicine immediately.

·   Linguistic Elements

• If the Clause is in the present, past, perfect past, future and past past
• Main clause with can / will / could / would capital.

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DIALOG ABOUT CONDITIONAL IF ZERO TYPE

Valent    : What do you usually do on your holiday?

Yuli        : If I stay at home, I spend time with my sister.

Valent    : You don’t go anywhere?

Yuli        : I go to the cinema if I my sister asks me.

Valent    : What kind of movie you watch at cinema?

Yuli        : I always watch thriller whenever I go to cinema.

Valent    : It sounds exciting.

Yuli        : It’s not exciting if my sister suddenly wants to watch another genre. 

conclusion:

from the dialog above that there is a conditional if zero type sentence. which is contained in the sentence:

• if i stay at home, i spend time with my sister.
• i go to cinema if my sister asks me

that's the conditional sentence if type zero is contained in the dialogue.

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