If it rains, I will stay at home.
- Language
- English
- Level
- B1
- Unit
- Conditionals
- Practice types
- 0
What this grammar point covers
The first conditional is a way to talk about possible future situations and their results. It uses 'if' plus the present simple, and 'will' plus the base verb.
When to use it
Use the first conditional to talk about real or possible situations in the future and their likely results.
Key forms
- If + present simple, will + base verb
- Will + base verb + if + present simple
Examples
I will call you if I finish early.
If you study, you will pass the exam.
She will be happy if you come to the party.
If we don't hurry, we will miss the bus.
Tips
- Use the present simple after 'if', not 'will'.
- Don't use 'will' in the 'if' part of the sentence.
- The order of the clauses can change, but the meaning stays the same.
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