Understanding Conditional Sentences in Mandarin

Conditional sentences in Mandarin often start with the word “如果,” which means "if." Here's a simple guide to help you build these sentences:

1. How to Form Them:

   • First, you write 如果 + condition.
   • Then, you can add (那么) + result.
   • For example: 如果今天下雨, (那么) 我就不出门。
     (This means: If it rains today, then I won’t go out.)

2. Types of Conditions:

   • Real Conditions: These are for things that can actually happen.
   • For example: 如果明天有空, 我们可以见面。
     (This means: If you’re free tomorrow, we can meet.)

3. Being Polite:

   • You can use “请,” which means "please," to make your requests nicer.
   • For example: 如果可以，请告诉我。
     (This means: If possible, please let me know.)

To get better at using these sentences, try practicing in conversation with someone. You can also pretend to act out different situations or do some writing exercises. This will help you understand and use them more easily!