Conditional sentence type 0

 

Conditional sentence type 0

This type is usually referred to as zero conditional sentences. This type of sentence is used when the results or consequences of a condition are materialized, aka explaining general truth and scientific facts. This sentence is usually in the form of the present tense with the formula: if + simple present, simple present. Example sentences :

 

1. If we burn paper, it becomes ash.

2. I feel sick if I eat too much.

3. If you don't brush your teeth, you get cavities.

4. When people smoke cigarettes, their health suffers.

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