Conditional Tutorial

There are two kinds of conditional sentences: real and unreal. Real Conditional describes real-life situations. Unreal Conditional describes unreal, imaginary situations. Although the various conditional forms might seem quite abstract at first, they are actually some of the most useful structures in English and are commonly included in daily conversations. If you prefer to use the conditional pages as a reference only and do not want to complete the tutorial, Click Here.

The tutorial should be completed as follows:

1. Read this introduction page.

2. Prepare for the exercises by reading the descriptions of the different conditional forms.

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“If” vs. “When”

Present Unreal Conditional


Present Real Conditional and Present Unreal Conditional


Past Unreal Conditional


Past Real Conditional and Past Unreal Conditional


Present Unreal Conditional and Past Unreal Conditional


Future Real Conditional


Future Real Conditional and Future Unreal Conditional


Continuous Conditional Forms


Mixed Conditionals

“Were to” in Past, Present and Future

All Conditional Forms

Conditional Overview with Examples