Zero Conditionals Sentences

Zero Conditional Sentences/Explanation/Structure/Examples...

Function:

Zero conditional sentences express general truths or facts that are always true no matter what. They deal with scientific laws, natural phenomena, and habitual actions.

Structure:

  • (If   clause )                         +      (main clause)
  • (If + present simple)        +      ( present simple.)
  • (  dependent clause)         +      ( Independent clause) 
  •          (condition)                +          (Result)

Key points:

  • Both the "if" clause and the main clause use the present simple tense.
  • You can replace "if" with "when" without changing the meaning.

Uses:

  • Real world
  • General truth
  • Scientific fact
  • Habit

Examples:

  • If the sun heats water, it boils (Scientific fact).
  • When you drop an apple, it falls down (Natural phenomenon).
  • Plants die if they don't get enough water (General truth).
  • I go to bed early if I'm tired (Habitual action).
  • My dog barks whenever someone knocks on the door (Habitual action).

Sentence Examples:

  • If you mix red and yellow, you get orange (Scientific fact).
  • The sun rises in the east and sets in the west (Natural phenomenon).
  • When you eat too much, you feel full (General truth).
  • I brush my teeth every morning if I remember (Habitual action).
  • My cat purrs when she's happy (Habitual action).

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