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B1 Intermediate
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First Conditional

If it rains, I will take an umbrella.

Visual Explanation

If + present simple, will + base verb

If+present simple+will + base verb

Examples

If you study tonight, you will pass the exam.

If the weather is good, we'll go to the beach.

I won't finish on time if nobody helps me.

When to Use

Real, possible situations
Use the first conditional for things that are likely or possible in the future: 'If I get the job, I'll move to London.'
Warnings and promises
'If you touch that, you'll burn yourself.' 'If you need anything, I will help you.'
Order of clauses
You can reverse the clauses: 'I'll call you if I'm late.' No comma when 'if' comes second.

Tip

Never use 'will' in the if-clause. Say 'If it rains, I will stay home' — not 'If it will rain, I will stay home.'

Practice Exercises

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