Grammar: conditional connectors

Vocabulary in this set

Connect conditions, alternatives, and hypothetical situations with ten useful structures.

1. if

   Word

   Introduces a condition and specifies the action or result if the condition is true.

   If it is raining, bring an umbrella.

2. else

   Word

   Provides an alternative action or result if the preceding 'if' condition is false.

   If the weather is nice, we'll have a picnic in the park; else, we can explore a museum instead.

3. even if

   Phrase

   Indicates that the specified action or result should occur regardless of the stated condition.

   Even if you are busy, please attend the meeting.

4. whether

   Word

   Presents a condition with two possible outcomes, indicating that the action or result is true in either case.

   Whether you come early or late, you will still get a seat.

5. unless

   Word

   Specifies an action or result that will occur only if the stated condition is false.

   Unless you finish your homework, you can't go out. However, you can go out and play if your homework is completed.

6. but for

   Phrase

   Expresses a hypothetical condition and its corresponding result or action.

   But for you missing the bus, you would have been late. However, you arrived on time.

7. otherwise

   Word

   Presents an alternative action or result if the preceding conditions are not met.

   Otherwise, if it's too late, you'll have to wait until tomorrow. However, you can do it today if there is still time.

8. provided

   Word

   Specifies a condition that must be satisfied for the stated action or result to occur.

   Provided you finish your chores, you can watch TV. However, you need to complete your chores first.

9. suppose

   Word

   Presents a hypothetical scenario and prompts consideration of the corresponding result or action.

   Suppose you win the lottery, what would you do with the money?

10. in case

    Phrase

    Indicates preparation for a potential situation by specifying the action or result to take if the condition occurs.

    In case the power goes out, use the flashlight.