English

Second Conditional

Express an unreal or hypothetical present/future situation.

If + Past Simple, Subject + would + Base Verb

Formula Explanation

The if-clause uses past simple; the main clause uses would + base verb.

Variables Explained

Past Simple = V2 form.

Solved Example

Complete: If I were rich, I ___ travel.
If I were rich, I would travel.

Exam Tip

Use “were” for all subjects in formal English.