Understanding Conditional Sentences in Russian

Conditional sentences in Russian are a little different from regular sentences. They have more details and meanings. Let’s break it down to make it easier to understand.

1. Structure:

   • A Simple Sentence is easy to grasp:
     "Я пойду." (I’ll go.)
   • A Conditional Sentence adds a condition:
     "Если я пойду, ты придешь." (If I go, you will come.)

2. Subordinate Clause:
   The part "если я пойду" tells us the condition. This part creates a situation that could happen, but it’s not certain yet.

3. Meaning Differences:

   • Simple sentences give us clear information.
   • Conditional sentences show how one thing relies on another and what might happen next.

4. Conjunctions Used:
   Look for words like "если" (if) and "когда" (when). These words help us understand the conditions and what will happen after.

5. Practice Sentences:

   • "Если ты учишься, ты сдашь экзамен." (If you study, you will pass the exam.)
   • "Когда он придет, мы начнем." (When he arrives, we will start.)

By using conditional sentences, you can share more complex ideas and talk about various possibilities!