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Definition of the Third Conditional The Third Conditional is used to describe a past situation that did not happen and a past event that did not happen as a result. They can be used to express a missed opportunity.The important thing about the third conditional is that both the condition and result are impossible now. How to form the Third
What is an Adverb of Time? Adverbs of time, tell us when a verb takes place. We usually place adverbs of time at the end of a sentence. For example, I first met Paul last year. If you want to place more emphasis on the time then it can place at the start of the sentence – Last year was
What is an Adverb of Manner? Adverbs of manner gives us more information about how a verb is done. Adverbs of manner are probably the most common types of adverbs that are used in English. For example – Kate sings beautifully. Very often, adverbs of manner are adjectives with -ly added to the end, but this is not always the
When to use To and For To is used to say many things: Use TO in these cases: Destination “We’re going to Paris.” What time it is “It’s a quarter to 2.” Distance “It’s about ten miles from my house to the university.” Comparing “I prefer sleeping to working.” Giving “I gave the book to my sister.” Motive/Reason – with
The Second Conditional Definition of the second conditional The second conditional is used to describe an imaginary or highly improbable situation and its imaginary result in the present or future. How to form the second conditional If-clause Main clause If + past simple Would + Infinitive Examples of the second conditional If clause Main clause If + past simple Would
Adverbs of Place – explanations and examples What is an Adverb of Place? .Adverbs of Place help a speaker express where the verb is happening. They don’t usually end in -ly and are usually placed after the main verb or object or at the end of the sentence. For example – I’ve lived here for 3 months. List of common
Present Simple The present simple tense uses the base form of the verb (eg work) and describes regular actions and things that are generally true
