Word: If
Speech Type: Conjunction
Etymology:
Old English gif, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch of and German ob
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ɪf
Dialects: British English
Definition:
(introducing a conditional clause) on the condition or supposition that; in the event that
Short Definition:on condition that
Examples:- if you have a complaint, write to the director
- if you like I'll put in a word for you
Definition:
despite the possibility that; no matter whether
Short Definition:no matter whether
Examples:- if it takes me seven years, I shall do it
Definition:
(often used in indirect questions) whether
Short Definition:whether
Examples:- he asked if we would like some coffee
- I wonder if she noticed
Definition:
expressing a polite request
Short Definition:expressing polite request
Examples:- if I could just use the phone, I'll get a taxi
- if you wouldn't mind giving him a message?
Definition:
expressing an opinion
Short Definition:expressing opinion
Examples:- that's a jolly long walk, if you don't mind my saying so
- if you ask me, he's in love
Definition:
expressing surprise or regret
Short Definition:expressing surprise or regret
Examples:- well, if it isn't Frank!
Definition:
(with implied reservation) and perhaps not
Short Definition:and perhaps not
Examples:- the new leaders have little if any control
Word: If
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ɪf
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a condition or supposition
Short Definition:condition or supposition
Examples:- there are so many ifs and buts in the policy
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