If
(conjunction)
- Introducing a conditional clause.
- Supposing that.
Origin:
Old english gif, of germanic origin; related to dutch of and german ob.
Examples:
- If you study hard, you'll pass the test.
- If it rains, we'll stay inside.
- I'll go to the party if I finish my work on time.
- If it's not too much trouble, can you help me?
- If I were you, I would take the job.