Silent Letters in English

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This page will explore the 1st & 2nd Conditionals

What is the 1st Conditional?

Real things, idea or events that will happen in the future.

The structure comes in two parts.

PART 1: If + subject + present simple verb …

PART 2: … subject + will + base verb.

If you call me on Friday, I will have an answer for you.

If you start class on Monday, you will feel better.

If you study hard, you will pass the test.

If you read the example, you will understand.

If it rains, you will get wet.

Or in reverse order.

Sub + will + base verb + if + sub + present simple.

I will have an answer for you if you ____ me on Friday.

You will feel better if you start class on Monday.

You will pass the test if you _____ hard.

You will understand if you ____ the example.

You will get wet if it _____.

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Begin with some basic sentences using the silent letter lists below.

List #1

1st & 2nd Conditionals in English – Learn for Free

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What is the 2nd Conditional?

Unrealistic things, idea or events in the future.

The structure comes in two parts.

Part 1: If + subject + simple past tense + (idea) …

Part 2: Subject + would + base verb …

If you went to Hawaii, you would climb the highest volcano.

If you studied hard, you would pass the test.

If you read the example, you would understand.

If it rained, you would get wet.

Subject + would + base verb + (idea)

if + subject + simple past tense.

You would climb the highest volcano if you ____ to Hawaii.

You would pass the test if you _______ hard.

You would understand if you ____ the example.

You would get wet if it ______.

List #2

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And there are many more silent letters to explore.

Also, see our article on Silent Letters in Law

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