How to Use the Conditional Tense
2. Practical Examples
2.0 General Truth/ Logical Consequence
Example: "If it rains, I drive to work." (Pattern of Behaviour/Habit)
| Event | Outcome | |
Present (if + present) | Present (present) | |
| Whenever the condition happens | -- – – ---- – --> | Sure to happen |
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2.1 Expected Outcome (a Prediction or Promise)
Example: "If I finish work on time, I will go to the concert with you."
| Event | Outcome | |
Present (if + present) | Present (will + verb) | |
You are hoping to finish work on time | -- – – ---- – --> | Likely to happen (Probable) |
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