Verb
Conditional Form 〜ば
- A conjugation of Japanese verbs, which is used to create a conditional sentence composed of two clauses: a condition and a result.
- When the condition is in the affirmative form, this pattern often indicates that a positive result will occur if the condition is met. Conversely, when the condition is in the negative form, this pattern often indicates that a negative result will occur if the condition is not met.
- To form the conditional form of a verb, follow the following three rules depending on the verb group:
- Group 1: Replace the ending u-vowel with the e-vowel and add ば.
- Group 2: Replace the ending る with れば.
- Group 3: Follow the unique rule.
Meaning
if
Example Sentences
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お金があれば、旅行に行きます。If I have money, I'll go on a trip.
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病気が治れば、退院できます。If the illness is cured, you can leave the hospital.
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7時に起きなければ、会社に遅れるよ。If you don't get up at 7:00 a.m., you'll be late for work.
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仕事が早く終われば、飲み会に行く。If work finishes early, I'll go to the drinking party.
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A社の社員になれば、いい給料がもらえる。If you become an employee of Company A, you can receive a good salary.
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読みたい本があれば、借りられますよ。If there is a book you want to read, you can borrow it.
Tags
JLPT N4