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- pronunciation:
- If
- parts of speech:
- conjunction, noun
part of speech: |
conjunction |
definition 1: |
on the condition that.
If you promise to pay me back, I will lend you the money. |
definition 2: |
when or in the event that.
If he leaves for work around eight o'clock, he always gets stuck in traffic.If I tell you to do something, I mean it.If I forget to confirm my reservation, will it be canceled? |
definition 3: |
granting or accepting that.
If you are so broke, why are you buying another car? |
definition 4: |
whether.
I doubt if he wants those old sneakers.Let me know if you decide to take the apartment or not.He doesn't know if he'll be back tomorrow or the next day. |
definition 5: |
used to introduce an exclamatory phrase.
If he could see me dancing!If my high school friends could see me now! |
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition: |
an uncertainty.
It's likely that they'll purchase the property, but there are still many ifs. |
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