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GrammarJLPT N5
if
AuxiliaryConjunction

Definitions

  1. 1. if
  2. 2. in case
  3. 3. as for
  4. 4. if that's the case
This conditional grammar pattern means "if," "in the case of," or "as for," and is used to set up a condition or topic. It often follows a noun or plain verb form and can express advice, suggestions, or situational conditions. It has a nuance of assuming something as a given and responding to it.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

If he's not coming, I'll make the decision.

Sentence 2

If things stay like this, nothing's ever going to change, right?

Sentence 3

If we're short on time, let's run!

Sentence 4

If you're going to ask the teacher, now's the time.

Sentence 5

"You can quit if you don't want to do it," the teacher said.