A great song from the disco era and an anthem for all feminists performed by singer Gloria Gaynor . This song is included in the list of the 500 greatest songs of all time. In it we hear the following phrase:
I would have made you leave your key
If I had known for just a second, you would have bothered me.
I'd make you give me your key
If only I knew for a moment You'd hurt me again.
(the hero of the song describes a missed opportunity, he did not miss his ex-lover's key and, unfortunately, the meeting took place)
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How to use conditional sentences in English correctly. The second and third type
This topic is one of the most serious topics in English grammar . Learning the language at the initial stage, you can do without this knowledge for some time. But the higher your level, the more you want to diversify and complicate your speech, bringing it closer to native speakers. At this point, it is necessary to study the terms: their meaning, types, methods of formation and examples of use. This article will help you.
Where are they used?
In English, as in Russian, all sentences are divided into simple and complex. And the second, in turn, can be complex and complicated. The first type does not cause great difficulties in learning grammar. foreign language . But in the second case, there are some nuances.
Consider a typical one in English:
If (when) the weather is good, I will go for a walk - If (when) the weather is good, I will go for a walk. In this case, you can easily see two components: