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Conditional Conjunctions

The document discusses conditional conjunctions, which are words that connect clauses and indicate one depends on the other. Some common conditional conjunctions are if, unless, even if, only if, in case, provided, and as long as. They are used to introduce a condition and show the relationship between clauses. For example, "if you do your homework, you'll get a good grade" or "unless you eat your vegetables, you can't have dessert." Conditional conjunctions help express conditional statements and contingencies.

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Conditional Conjunctions

The document discusses conditional conjunctions, which are words that connect clauses and indicate one depends on the other. Some common conditional conjunctions are if, unless, even if, only if, in case, provided, and as long as. They are used to introduce a condition and show the relationship between clauses. For example, "if you do your homework, you'll get a good grade" or "unless you eat your vegetables, you can't have dessert." Conditional conjunctions help express conditional statements and contingencies.

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Conditional Conjunctions: How to

Use Conditional Conjunctions in


Sentences
Conditional conjunctions are words that connect clauses or phrases in a sentence
and indicate that one clause or phrase depends on the other clause or phrase.
They are used to introduce a condition in a sentence, and they help to show the
relationship between the two clauses or phrases. In this lesson, we will review the
most common conditional conjunctions in spoken and written English.

Contents

 Conditional Conjunctions
o What Are Conditional Conjunctions?
o Conditional Conjunctions in Sentences
 How to Use Conditional Conjunctions
o Unless
o If
o Even If
o Only If
o In Case
o Provided, As Long As/ So
 Conditional Conjunctions | Infographic

Conditional Conjunctions
What Are Conditional Conjunctions?
Conditional conjunctions are words that connect clauses or phrases in a sentence
and indicate that one clause or phrase depends on the other clause or phrase.
They are used to introduce a condition in a sentence, and they help to show the
relationship between the two clauses or phrases. Conditional conjunctions are
often used to express conditional statements, which are statements that describe
a situation that depends on something else happening or being true. Here are
some examples of conditional conjunctions:
 if
 even if
 only if
 unless
 as long as
 provided that
 in case
Conditional Conjunctions in Sentences
Here are some examples of how these conjunctions can be used:

 If you warm ice, it will melt into water. (In this sentence, the clause “it will
melt into water” depends on the clause “you warm ice.”)
 Unless you push your claim, you will not get satisfaction. (In this sentence,
the clause “you will not get satisfaction” depends on the clause “push your
claim.”)
 As long as you are still alive, you will definitely encounter the good things in
life. (In this sentence, the clause “you will definitely encounter the good
things in life” depends on the clause “you are still alive.”)
 Provided that you have the money in your account, you can withdraw up to
￡100 a day. (In this sentence, the clause “you can withdraw up to ￡100 a
day” depends on the clause “you have the money in your account.”)
 In case you should need any help, here’s my number. (In this sentence, the
clause “here’s my number” depends on the clause “you should need any
help.”)

How to Use Conditional Conjunctions


Unless
Unless is a conditional conjunction that means “if not.” It is used to introduce a
condition in a sentence, and it shows that the condition must be met in order for
something else to happen. For example:

 Unless you eat your vegetables, you can’t have dessert.


 I won’t be able to come to the party unless I finish my homework.
In these examples, the outcome described in the second clause (“you can’t have
dessert” and “I won’t be able to come to the party”) will only happen if the
condition described in the first clause (“you eat your vegetables” and “I finish my
homework”) is not met.

If
If is a conditional conjunction that is used to introduce a condition in a sentence.
It shows that the condition must be met in order for something else to happen.
For example:

 If you do your homework, you’ll get a good grade.


 If it rains, we’ll stay inside.
In these examples, the outcome described in the second clause (“you’ll get a
good grade” and “we’ll stay inside”) will only happen if the condition described in
the first clause (“you do your homework” and “it rains”) is met.

Even If
Even if is a phrase that is used to introduce a condition that is unlikely to be met,
but which the speaker is considering as a possibility. It is often used to show that
the speaker is making a statement that is true or will happen regardless of the
likelihood of the condition being met. For example:

I’ll still love you even if you don’t love me.


 I’ll go to the concert even if it rains.
Even if is similar to if, but it adds emphasis to the condition and suggests that
the speaker is considering a possibility that is unlikely to occur.

Only If
Only if means “if and only if.” It is used to introduce a condition in a sentence,
and it shows that the condition is necessary in order for something else to
happen. Only if is similar to if, but it adds emphasis to the condition and
suggests that it is the only way that the outcome described in the first clause can
happen. For example:
 You can borrow my car only if you promise to take good care of it.
 I’ll help you with your homework only if you promise to study for your
exams.
In these examples, the outcome described in the first clause (“you can borrow my
car” and “I’ll help you with your homework”) will only happen if the condition
described in the second clause (“you promise to take good care of it” and “you
promise to study for your exams”) is met.

In Case
In case is a conjunction that means “in the event that.” It is used to introduce a
condition in a sentence, and it shows that the condition may or may not happen,
but that the speaker is prepared for it in the event that it does. In case is used to
describe a contingency plan or a precautionary measure. For example:

 I brought an umbrella in case it rains.


 I left a note for my roommate in case she comes home before I do.
In case is similar to if, but it suggests that the condition is less likely to occur and
that the speaker is taking precautions in the event that it does.

Provided, As Long As/ So


Provided means “on the condition that.” It is used to introduce a condition in a
sentence, and it shows that the condition must be met in order for something
else to happen. For example:

 You can borrow my car provided that you have your driver’s license.
 I’ll help you with your homework provided that you promise to study for your
exams.
In these examples, the outcome described in the first clause (“you can borrow my
car” and “I’ll help you with your homework”) will only happen if the condition
described in the second clause (“you have your driver’s license” and “you promise
to study for your exams”) is met.
As long as means “as long as the condition described is true.” It is used to
introduce a condition in a sentence, and it shows that the condition must be met
in order for something else to happen. For example:

 You can borrow my car as long as you return it on time.


 As long as you are careful, you won’t get hurt.
In these examples, the outcome described in the first clause (“you can borrow my
car” and “you won’t get hurt”) will continue to be true as long as the condition
described in the second clause (“you return it on time” and “you are careful”)
remains true.

Conditional conjunctions can be used to express a wide range of conditions and


relationships between clauses or phrases, and they can be used to express
different degrees of likelihood or certainty. Understanding how to use conditional
conjunctions correctly can help you to express complex ideas and conditional
relationships in your writing and speaking.

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