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MUSCOVITE Posted 13 years ago
Grammar

use of 'will' after "if" in a subordinate clause

Hi,

(1) If it will help, I'll lend you some money
(2) I'll give you $100 if it will help you to go on holiday

According to Michael Swan, "will" can follow "if" (in a subordinate clause) if the latter means "if it is true that".

This is the only scenario where "if" and "will" coexist in a sub. clause??

Hope my question makes sense.

Thank you

mus-te
  

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When 'will' is used to express willingness, it can be used in the if- clause of a conditional sentence: If you will drive me to the station, I will be able to catch the earlier train.

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  • When 'will' is used to express willingness, it can be used in the if- clause of a conditional sentence: If you will drive me to the station, I will be able to catch the earlier train.
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When 'will' is used to express willingness, it can be used in the if- clause of a conditional sentence:

If you will drive me to the station, I will be able to catch the earlier train.
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I see. Thank you!

If you could also explain to me the difference (if any) between:
(1) If you will drive me to the station, I will be able to catch the earlier train.
(2) If you are willing to drive me to the station, I will be able to catch the earlier train.
A. Are (1) and (2) equivalent in meaning?
B. Which form is more com
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MUSCOVITEA. Are (1) and (2) equivalent in meaning?B. Which form is more common in modern English?C. I understand both (1) and (2)are only used in written English?
A: Yes.
B: Probably (1)
C: No. There is nothing literary about them. You'll hear both as well as see them.
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