If this were (to be) the subject
In a scientific field where this was to be the subject of discussion, I'd simply say "calcium ions".
Hi. I found the sentence here.
https://forum.wordreference.com/threads/how-to-pronounce-ca².3636142/
Is it OK to say “In a scientific field, if this were the subject of discussion, I'd simply say "calcium ions.” in this context?
If it makes sense, is it the same as “In a scientific field, if this were to be the subject of discussion, I'd simply say "calcium ions.”?
Thank you.
Previously asked here:
http://forum.wordreference.com/threads/where-this-was-were-to-be.3636208/#post-18530498
Top answer
” in this context? Yes. That's fine.
- ” in this context?
- Yes.
- That's fine.
- "were" is classier than "was" in these conditionals.
- ”?
Get the Weekly English Kit 📬
New words, one handy idiom, and a 2-minute quiz — delivered to your inbox to keep your streak alive.
zuotengdazuoIs it OK to say “In a scientific field, if this were the subject of discussion, I'd simply say "calcium ions.” in this context?
Yes. That's fine. "were" is classier than "was" in these conditionals. (My opinion.)
zuotengdazuoIf it makes sense, is it the same as “In
0
Related Questions