We use the second conditional to talk about hypothetical or imaginary situations in the present or future.

In the if-clause we use simple past or past continuous.

In the other clause (consequence/result), we can use would, could or might.

For the verb be we usually start our sentence with If + subject + were

For examples:

If I were rich, I’d buy a Ferrari

If he were/ was rich, he’d buy a Porsche.

When we want to give advice, we always use If I were …

Examples:

If I were you, I wouldn’t go there.

If I were you, I’d travel to Brazil instead of Australia.

More information about If I was and if I were 👇

Difference between if I was and if I were

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Second conditional

 Grammar Practice

Level of difficulty: 

Put the words in the correct order.

 Speaking Practice

Level of difficulty: 

1. Spin the wheel
2. Complete the sentence about your partner.
3. Read the complete sentence to your partner.
4. Explain to your partner why?
5. Were your guesses right or wrong?
6. Switch roles <>

✍️ Writing Practice

Choose 5 cards.

Write 5 sentences using the second conditional.

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