Second Conditional

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Second Conditional

Second Conditional - Grammar Notes

Point 1: The second conditional refers to the future, when there is little chance of the action happening.

• What would you do if you won the lottery?
• I would quit my job. What would you do?
• I would move to the beach.
• I would do that too if I could swim!

Point 2: The 'if' clause can start the sentence or come at the end of the independent clause.

1. I would be very happy if I saw a full eclipse.
2. If I saw a full eclipse, I would be very happy.
3. If I were tall, I would try out for the basketball team.
4. I would try out for the basketball team if I were tall.

Point 3: Instead of would in affirmative sentences, you can use 'd instead.

1. I'd be very happy if I saw a full eclipse.
2. If you saved your money, you'd be rich.
3. If they came to class more often, they'd pass.
4. If we practiced more, we'd be pretty good.

Point 4: We can use 'could' instead of 'would'.

1. I could travel the world if I were a billionaire.
2. If I spoke Spanish, I could work in Costa Rica.
3. If you tried harder, you could get an A in the class.
4. If you saved your money, you could afford to travel.

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