si + present
si: if
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si: if
For an open condition, use si + present with a present, future, or imperative result: Si tu viens, nous mangerons ensemble. French si has no accent; it can also mean yes when contradicting a negative question.
Examples in context
Read the examples and compare their English meanings.
Real Condition with Present
Use present tense in both clauses.
S'il fait beau, je vais à la plage.
If the weather is nice, I go to the beach.
Real Condition with Futur Proche
Pair present with futur proche.
S'il fait beau, je vais aller à la plage.
If the weather is nice, I am going to go to the beach.
Common mix-ups
In this future condition, use the present after si; the result can use the future.
If I am tired, I will sleep.
Try a reply
Say or write your answer in French before opening the example.
If you come tomorrow, we will cook. Address one friend.
Show one possible answer
Si tu viens demain, nous cuisinerons.
Other wording can work too. Compare the verb form, agreement, and word order with the lesson. Then try a sentence about your own day.
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