If Meaning in English
word
/ˈɪf/, /ɪf/
IF
/ˈɪf/
IF
Definition
A conjunction used to introduce a condition or a possibility.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in both formal and informal English. Often appears in conditional sentences like 'If it rains, we will stay inside.' Not to be confused with 'whether,' which offers alternatives rather than conditions.
Spanish: siPortuguese (BR): sePortuguese (PT): seChinese (Simplified): 如果Chinese (Traditional): 如果Hindi: अगरArabic: إذاBengali: যদিRussian: еслиJapanese: もしVietnamese: nếuKorean: 만약Turkish: eğerUrdu: اگرIndonesian: jika - kalau
Example Sentences
If it rains, we will stay home.
basic
You can come if you want.
basic
She will call you if she is free.
basic
If you ask me, I think it's a bad idea.
natural
We could go out tonight if you're up for it.
natural
You never know if they'll show up or not.
natural