if

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Pronunciation
/ɪf/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

An uncertainty, possibility, condition, doubt etc.

Conjunction
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

Supposing that, assuming that, in the circumstances that; used to introduce a condition or choice.

Example Sentences
  • If it rains, I shall get wet.
2 Definition

In the event that a statement is true (a programming statement that acts in a similar manner).

Example Sentences
  • If A, then B, else C.
3 Definition

Supposing that; used with past or past perfect subjunctive indicating that the condition is closed.

Example Sentences
  • I would be unhappy if you had not talked with me yesterday.
4 Definition

Supposing that; given that; supposing it is the case that.

Example Sentences
  • If that's true, we had better get moving!
5 Definition

Although; used to introduce a concession.

Example Sentences
  • He was a great friend, if a little stingy at the bar.
6 Definition

(sometimes proscribed) Whether; used to introduce a noun clause, an indirect question, that functions as the direct object of certain verbs.

Example Sentences
  • I don't know if I want to go or not.
7 Definition

(usually hyperbolic) Even if; even in the circumstances that.

8 Definition

Introducing a relevance conditional.

Example Sentences
  • I have leftover cake if you want some.