REMEMBER: The second conditional is used to talk about unreal, hypothetical, or unlikely situations in the present or future, and their possible results.
Complete each of the sentences with the correct form of the verb (in parentheses) to form the second conditional.
Example: If he asked me, I would help him. (to help)
GRAMMAR REVIEW! The second conditional
The second conditional is used to talk about hypothetical or unreal situations in the present or future. It describes events that are unlikely or imaginary and their possible results.
Structure:
If + past simple, would + base verb
Use:
• To imagine unreal or unlikely situations If I were taller, I would play basketball.
• To give advice or express dreams If I were you, I would talk to her.
• To describe impossible situations (in the present) If he had more time, he would help us.
(c) 2006-2025 LearnEnglishFeelGood.com unless otherwise stated. REPOSTING ANY OF OUR CONTENT ONLINE IS NOT ALLOWED. Please see our content policy before sharing our content.