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Sentences
If I had time, I would call her,
but I don't have the time to talk right now.
If I were free, I would go with you to the movies,
but I'm busy now. I have to work.
If I knew how to drive, I would buy a car.
I think I'll take driving lessons this summer.
John has an important test next week. What is your advice to him?
If I were you, I would study this weekend.
You have a terrible toothache.
If I were you, I would call the dentist right
away.
There is a family problem.
If John were here, he would take care of it.
If we knew what the problem was, we could take
care of it ourselves.
Your friend looks sick.
What advice would you give your friend?
If I were you, I would see a doctor,
but I'm not you, so I can't make you go.
If you didn't work so hard, you wouldn't get
sick so often..
If I were in your shoes, I would go to the emergency
room.
You are dreaming about how you would change your life.
If I were rich, I would buy a big house in the
mountains.
If I had more free time, I would take dancing
lessons.
If he were married, he would be happier.
If he weren't married, he would be happier.
Your brother wants to buy a used car.
What is your advice for him?
If that car had air conditioning, I'd buy it.
You ask your stock broker about buying a certain stock.
If I were in your shoes, I'd stay away from
that stock.
If that stock dropped another 20 points, then
it would be a buy.
Practice
Why the Elephant is so Popular
"Wouldn't
It Be Nice"
The Beach Boys