In English we use the first conditional to talk about possibilities in the present or in the future. The 'if clause' talks about things that are possible, but not certain, and the 'main clause' says what we think the result will be in this situation.
If the 'if clause' comes first, a comma is usually used. If the 'if clause' comes second, there is no need for a comma.
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Future time clauses :
In English we can use sentences with 'when', 'as soon as', 'before', 'after' and 'until' to talk about the future using the same form as a first conditional. After these words we use the present simple, and in the main clause we use will + infinitive.
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In English we use 'when' to say we are certain something will happen.
In English we use 'as soon as' to say something will happen immediately after something else.
In English we use 'until' to say something stops happening at this time.
Similarly to first conditionals, the future time clause can come first or second in the sentence.
eg. I'll call you when I get to the office. = When I get to the office, I'll call you.
Notes for use of first conditional :
In English we can use modal verbs in the main clause of conditionals.
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In English we can also use imperatives in the main clause of conditionals.
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In English we can use 'in case' to say we are prepared for something that might happen.
'In case' and 'if' have different meanings.
In this sentence the person is definitely going to put on some sunscreen in preparation for a time in the future when it might be sunny.
In this sentence the person might put on some sunscreen, but only if it is sunny in the future.
In English we can use 'might' instead of 'will' to mean 'will perhaps' in first conditionals.
It is possible to use a variety of verb forms in conditional sentences, not just those in the four basic conditionals.
In English we can use the future with going to instead of the present to show future intention.
First conditional example sentences | |
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If you give me the keys, I can open it for you. | Если Вы дадите мне ключи, я смогу ее открыть для Вас. |
Now? We can if you want. | Сейчас? Можно, если ты хочешь. |
If you are not in the mood, we can just go back. | Если ты не в настроении, мы можем вернуться. |
Let's get them both and we can share if you want. | Давай закажем и то, и другое, и сможем поделиться, если хочешь. |
Shall we go to the checkout, if you've finished getting everything? | Идем на кассу, если ты уже все выбрала? |
When you hear the whistle, you should immediately open the lid. | Когда услышишь свист, надо немедленно открыть крышку. |
It would be the first time, if it happens. | Если такое произойдет, это будет впервые. |
If it's not a secret, can you tell me what you are talking about, then? | Если не секрет, можешь ты сказать мне, о чём тогда ты говоришь? |
Hmm... Okay, let me see if there is anything I can do. | Хмм... Ладно, позвольте проверить, смогу ли я что-нибудь для вас сделать. |
So, if we pay 600 each we can get a 5 bedroom house for 2,400... | Так вот, если мы будем платить 600 каждый, мы получим дом с пятью спальнями за 2400... |
If you don't have a cigarette, why the f*ck are you asking to smoke? | Если у тебя нет сигареты, то какого х*ена ты просишь выйти покурить? |
If possible, can we make an appointment for Saturday, before 2? | Если возможно, можем мы назначить встречу в субботу до двух? |
When he realises, he won't stay this calm. | Когда он это поймёт, он не будет вести себя так спокойно. |
Yeah, it's good, maybe you should take it if you really Iike it. | Ага, хорошая, может быть, тебе стоит арендовать ее, если она тебе точно нравится. |
It's up to you, if you want, we can just go and see it. | Тебе решать, если хочешь, мы можем пойти и посмотреть его. |
We can get some snacks, if you like. | Мы можем купить какой-нибудь еды, если хочешь. |
We can buy some breast, if you like. | Мы можем купить несколько грудок, если хочешь. |
If he is home, he would like to have some. | Если он дома, то будет. |
Alright, if you want to learn something, watch carefully then... | Хорошо, если хочешь чему-нибудь научиться, смотри внимательно... |
If we eat the rice with forks, it could be enough. | Если мы будем есть рис вилками, этого будет достаточно. |