| File info: The first conditional is a type of conditional sentence that is used to talk about possible events that will happen in the future. It is formed with the simple present tense for the "if" clause and the simple future tense for the "then" clause.
The "if" clause can be used to introduce a condition that must be met in order for the "then" clause to happen. For example, you could say "If I study hard, I will pass my test." In this case, the condition is that you must study hard in order to pass your test.
The "then" clause can be used to state the consequence of the condition. In the example above, the consequence is that you will pass your test if you study hard.
The first conditional can also be used to talk about offers, requests, and suggestions. For example, you could say "If you want to go to the movies, I will drive." In this case, you are offering to drive your friend to the movies if they want to go.
You could also say "If you could please help me with my homework, I would appreciate it." In this case, you are asking your friend to help you with your homework.
Finally, you could say "If we go to the park, we can play on the swings." In this case, you are suggesting that you and your friends go to the park and play on the swings |
