At a glance
- Start
- Is it possible and real?YesIf + present, willIf I have time, I'll help you.
- Imaginary, or very unlikely nowIf + past, would + V1If I had a million dollars, I'd buy a house.
Imagine
If I had wings, I would fly to the mountains.
If I won a million dollars, I'd buy an island.
If I were a lion, I'd be the king of the jungle.
If I spoke ten languages, I'd travel everywhere.
If+past simple, would+verb
The situation is not real now, or very unlikely in the future.
Advice
- If I were you, I'd take the job.
- What would you do if you found a wallet in the street?
Real or imaginary?
If it rains, I'll stay at home. (possible)
If I had a unicorn, I'd ride it to school. (imaginary)
Practice
Answer the questions. Get 7 out of 10 to finish this lesson.