If Clause Type 0

We learn if clause type 0. This type then shows a fact, as well as a definite event that produces a certain thing. In this type the tenses used are the simple present tense.

- here are the types of if clause type 0


a. Fact or general truth

ex: If you are tired, you go to bed early

b. Habit/routine

ex: If you are tired, you go to bed early.

c. preference

ex: If you are tired, you go to bed early.

d. Rule/instruction/suggestion/offer

ex: If you don't want your orchids to die, don't forget to take care of it.

e. Superstition

ex: If you put orchids in your house, it will take your energy away.


The following is an example of the dialogue:

Bima: Hi, Cicin Aidan. What are you doing? Cicin: Hi, Bima. we're making some sealing wax. Bima: You make it by yourself? Wow! What is this? Aidan: It’s a wax. If you heat the wax, it melts. Bima: It’s interesting. Let me try it. Aidan: Sure. By the way, it’s Sunday. Don’t you usually call your brother in New York? Bima: Yeah, but it’s only 2 p.m. If it’s 2 p.m. in Jakarta, it’s 3 a.m. in New York. Aidan: Oh, I see. Do you miss him? Bima: Yes. we usually watch football on TV every Saturday night if I do not fall asleep. Cicin: Anyway, do you prefer to drink coffee or milk? Aidan: if you give me a choice i would like to drink milk cause it's sweet Cicin: I will buy some milk Bima: I suggest you to go to the traditional market if you want a lower price Cicin: okay thankyou I will tell my helper Bima: by the way have you heard the superstition? If you whistle it will summon the ghost Aidan: Really? Then I stop whistling from now on Bima: no you can't believe in that thing because superstition not our religion

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