Premier Conditionnel: Conditions Multiples (ET/OU)
AND et OR dans le conditionnel type 1 pour exprimer des scénarios futurs complexes, facilement.
Grammar Rule in 30 Seconds
Use the First Conditional with 'and' or 'or' to talk about future results that depend on multiple requirements.
- Use Present Simple for all conditions after 'if': 'If it rains and I'm late...'
- Use 'will' + base verb for the result: '...I will call you.'
- Use 'and' when both things must happen; use 'or' when only one is needed.
Overview
if ne suffisait pas pour vos projets ? Peut-être négociez-vous avec votre patron : « Si je finis ce projet ET si le client est content, est-ce que je peux prendre mon vendredi ? » C’est une double condition.How This Grammar Works
and quand les deux conditions sont obligatoires. C'est un pack complet.or quand on a le choix. Si la condition A OU la condition B se réalise, le résultat suit.present simple pour les conditions, et will pour le résultat. La logique grammaticale est souvent plus simple que la logique amoureuse, promis !
Formation Pattern
if.
present simple.
and ou or.
present simple.
will + base verbale.
if. « If you study and practice » est plus naturel que de le dire deux fois.
When To Use It
- Réseaux Sociaux : « Si tu likes ce post et que tu tagues trois amis, tu participeras au concours. »
- Jeux Vidéo : « Si tu as la clé d'or ou si ton niveau est supérieur à 50, la porte s'ouvrira. »
- Travail : « Si on atteint l'objectif et si le budget le permet, tout le monde aura un bonus. »
- Voyages : « Si le train est à l'heure ou si on trouve un taxi, on arrivera avant le début. »
Common Mistakes
will dans la partie avec if. Ne dites pas « If you will call me », dites « If you call me ». C'est une habitude difficile à perdre mais cruciale pour le niveau B1. Une autre erreur est de confondre and et or. Si vous dites « S'il pleut et qu'il fait soleil, on ira », vous attendez un miracle. Vous vouliez sûrement dire or. N'oubliez pas non plus le -s pour he, she, it. Utiliser will avec le if, c'est comme mettre des chaussettes avec des sandales : c'est possible, mais ça gêne tout le monde.Contrast With Similar Patterns
second conditional, qui sert à rêver de choses improbables. Ici, on parle de la vraie vie. On peut aussi comparer avec unless, qui est un if négatif.zero conditional, lui, sert pour les vérités générales, pas pour les projets futurs.Quick FAQ
if est au début.can à la place de will ?and et or ?won't ?First Conditional with Multiple Conditions
| If-Clause (Conditions) | Punctuation | Result Clause |
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If + Present Simple + AND + Present Simple
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Subject + will + Verb
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If + Present Simple + OR + Present Simple
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Subject + will + Verb
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If + Subject + don't/doesn't + Verb + AND + Subject + don't/doesn't + Verb
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Subject + won't + Verb
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Common Contractions
| Full Form | Contraction |
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I will
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I'll
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You will
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You'll
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He/She/It will
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He'll / She'll / It'll
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We will
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We'll
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They will
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They'll
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will not
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won't
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Meanings
This structure describes a real or possible future situation where the outcome depends on two or more conditions being met (AND) or at least one of several conditions being met (OR).
Cumulative Conditions (AND)
Used when every single condition mentioned must be true for the result to happen.
“If you have a passport and you buy a ticket, you will be able to fly.”
“If the sun comes out and the wind stops, we'll go to the beach.”
Alternative Conditions (OR)
Used when the result happens if at least one of the conditions is met.
“If it rains or it gets too cold, we will move the party indoors.”
“If you lose your key or you forget the code, you will need to call the manager.”
Complex Logic (Mixed AND/OR)
Used in technical or precise contexts to define complex requirements.
“If you have a coupon and it's Tuesday, or if you are a member, you'll get a discount.”
“If the alarm rings and there is smoke, or if you see fire, you will exit immediately.”
Reference Table
| Connecteur | Signification | Structure de la clause 'if' | Clause de résultat | Exemple |
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AND
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Les deux conditions doivent être vraies
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If [Cond1] AND [Cond2]...
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..., will [Verb]
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If it's sunny AND I'm free, I'll go out.
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OR
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Au moins une condition est vraie
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If [Cond1] OR [Cond2]...
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..., will [Verb]
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If it rains OR it's cold, we'll stay home.
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Spectre de formalité
If you are available and it is convenient for you, I would appreciate your assistance. (Requesting help)
If you're free and you have time, will you help me? (Requesting help)
If you're free and can help, let me know! (Requesting help)
If you're around and down to help, hit me up. (Requesting help)
Conditionnel Type 1 avec AND/OR
Éléments Clés
- Clause 'If' Condition (Présent Simple)
- Clause Principale Résultat (will + Verbe à l'infinitif)
- Connecteurs AND / OR
Fonction de AND
- Les deux vrais Exige que toutes les conditions soient remplies.
- Exemple AND If it rains AND it's cold, we'll stay home.
Fonction de OR
- Un seul vrai Exige qu'au moins une condition soit remplie.
- Exemple OR If it rains OR it's cold, we'll stay home.
Erreur Courante
- Pas de 'will' N'utilise jamais 'will' dans la clause 'if'.
AND vs. OR dans le Conditionnel Type 1
Construire un Conditionnel Type 1 à Conditions Multiples
As-tu une condition pour un résultat futur ?
Le résultat dépend-il d'UNE AUTRE condition ?
Toutes les conditions doivent-elles être vraies ?
Quel est le résultat futur probable ?
Les Connecteurs du Conditionnel Type 1 en Action
Exemples avec AND
- • If it's sunny AND I'm free, I'll go.
- • If you finish AND report, we'll leave.
- • If he works AND saves, he'll buy a house.
Exemples avec OR
- • If it rains OR it's cold, we'll stay.
- • If you call OR text, I'll reply.
- • If she studies OR gets help, she'll pass.
Contextes Mixtes
- • Entretien d'embauche
- • Projet de groupe
- • Planification de voyage
Exemples par niveau
If I am hungry and I have food, I will eat.
If I am hungry and I have food, I will eat.
If it is hot or it is sunny, I will swim.
If it is hot or it is sunny, I will swim.
I will go if you go and she goes.
I will go if you go and she goes.
If you are sad or you are tired, I will help.
If you are sad or you are tired, I will help.
If you don't study and you don't practice, you won't learn.
If you don't study and you don't practice, you won't learn.
If the bus is late or it doesn't come, I'll take a taxi.
If the bus is late or it doesn't come, I'll take a taxi.
We will stay home if it rains and the wind is strong.
We will stay home if it rains and the wind is strong.
If you see him or you talk to him, tell him 'hello'.
If you see him or you talk to him, tell him 'hello'.
If the flight is delayed and I miss my connection, I'll be very upset.
If the flight is delayed and I miss my connection, I'll be very upset.
If you have a fever or you feel dizzy, you should see a doctor.
If you have a fever or you feel dizzy, you should see a doctor.
If the company grows and we hit our targets, everyone will get a bonus.
If the company grows and we hit our targets, everyone will get a bonus.
I'll buy that phone if it's on sale or if I get a discount code.
I'll buy that phone if it's on sale or if I get a discount code.
If the software crashes and you haven't saved your work, you might lose everything.
If the software crashes and you haven't saved your work, you might lose everything.
If you aren't satisfied with the product or it arrives damaged, we will offer a full refund.
If you aren't satisfied with the product or it arrives damaged, we will offer a full refund.
If the interest rates rise and the market remains unstable, investors will be cautious.
If the interest rates rise and the market remains unstable, investors will be cautious.
Will you still go to the concert if the tickets are expensive and it's far away?
Will you still go to the concert if the tickets are expensive and it's far away?
If the witness fails to appear or the evidence is deemed inadmissible, the case will be dismissed.
If the witness fails to appear or the evidence is deemed inadmissible, the case will be dismissed.
If we fail to innovate and our competitors continue to grow, we will inevitably lose market share.
If we fail to innovate and our competitors continue to grow, we will inevitably lose market share.
If the government should intervene and the subsidies be removed, the industry will collapse.
If the government should intervene and the subsidies be removed, the industry will collapse.
If you don't mind the noise and you can handle the commute, the apartment is a steal.
If you don't mind the noise and you can handle the commute, the apartment is a steal.
If the geopolitical climate worsens and trade barriers are erected, we shall see a global recession.
If the geopolitical climate worsens and trade barriers are erected, we shall see a global recession.
If one's integrity is compromised or one's reputation tarnished, recovery is a long road.
If one's integrity is compromised or one's reputation tarnished, recovery is a long road.
If the system is breached and sensitive data leaked, the repercussions will be catastrophic.
If the system is breached and sensitive data leaked, the repercussions will be catastrophic.
If the author's intent is misunderstood and the context ignored, the critique will be flawed.
If the author's intent is misunderstood and the context ignored, the critique will be flawed.
Facile à confondre
Learners use 'will' for general facts or forget that First Conditional is for specific events.
Mixing 'if I have' (real) with 'I would' (imaginary).
Erreurs courantes
If I will go and I will see her, I'll say hi.
If I go and see her, I'll say hi.
If it rain and I am late...
If it rains and I am late...
If you are tired or you are sick you should stay.
If you are tired or you are sick, you should stay.
If the boss or the manager call, tell them I'm out.
If the boss or the manager calls, tell them I'm out.
If the data is leaked and the system will be breached...
If the data is leaked and the system is breached...
Structures de phrases
If it ___ and I ___, I will ___.
I will ___ if you ___ or if she ___.
Real World Usage
If I am hired and I start next month, I will be fully committed to the role.
If you're out or you're coming home soon, can you grab milk?
If the train is on time and we don't get lost, we'll arrive by 6 PM.
If you buy two items and use this code, you'll get free shipping.
If the sauce is too thick or it tastes too salty, add a little water.
If you find the key and open the chest, you'll get the legendary sword.
Visualise "AND" vs. "OR"
AND comme deux lumières qui DOIVENT toutes les deux être allumées pour illuminer une pièce. OR, c'est comme un double interrupteur : une seule lumière suffit. Ça t'aidera à ne pas te tromper ! If both conditions are true, the light will turn on.
Pas de "will" après "if" !
AND ou OR, la partie après if est TOUJOURS au Présent Simple. Dire If it will rainest une erreur.
If it rains, we will go.
Pense aux autres verbes modaux
will ! Tu peux utiliser can, might, may ou should dans la clause de résultat pour ajouter des nuances de possibilité, capacité ou conseil. Ça rendra ton anglais plus précis et plus fluide. If I have time, I might call you.
La clarté, c'est essentiel
AND ou OR t'évitera des malentendus. Surtout au travail ou pour des plans importants, la précision est cruciale. If we confirm the date AND the venue, we will send invitations.
Découpe les conditions complexes
if commence à ressembler à un virelangue avec trop de AND et OR, essaie de la couper en deux phrases plus simples ou de la reformuler. La clarté l'emporte toujours sur les acrobaties grammaticales qui pourraient embrouiller ton interlocuteur. If I finish my work and you finish yours, we will go out.
Smart Tips
Delete the 'will' and check if the verb needs an 's'.
Use 'or' to show that either condition is enough.
Move the 'if' clause to the end to sound more conversational.
Keep the verb singular. 'Or' separates the subjects.
Prononciation
The 'If' Jump
Usually, the voice rises slightly at the end of the first condition and the second condition, then falls at the end of the result clause.
Listing Conditions
If A (up), B (up), and C (up)... then D (down).
Each condition is part of a list leading to a result.
Mémorise-le
Moyen mnémotechnique
Remember 'AND' is a bridge (you need both sides) and 'OR' is a fork in the road (you only need one path).
Association visuelle
Imagine a locked door with two keyholes. If it's 'AND', you need both keys. If it's 'OR', there are two different doors that both lead to the same room.
Rhyme
If you use 'and', both must stand. If you use 'or', one opens the door.
Story
A traveler reaches a castle. The guard says, 'If you have a gold coin AND a secret password, you can enter.' Later, a different guard says, 'If you are a knight OR you know the king, you can enter.'
Word Web
Défi
Write three sentences about your plans for next weekend using 'if... and...' and 'if... or...'.
Notes culturelles
Often uses 'should' in the if-clause for politeness or to show a condition is less likely: 'If you should see him and have a moment...'
Very direct use of multiple conditions in business negotiations: 'If you do X and Y, we'll do Z.'
Commonly used in 'If This Then That' (IFTTT) logic for automation and programming.
Conditionals in English evolved from Old English 'gif' (if). The use of 'will' as a future marker developed later as it originally meant 'to want' or 'to wish'.
Amorces de conversation
What will you do if it rains and your outdoor plans are cancelled next weekend?
If you win the lottery or get a huge promotion, what is the first thing you'll buy?
If you have to move to a new city and you don't know anyone, how will you make friends?
Sujets d'écriture
Erreurs courantes
Test Yourself
If she ___ (finish) her presentation AND ___ (get) approval, she ___ (go) home early.
if demande le Présent Simple pour les deux conditions (finishes et gets), et la clause de résultat utilise "will + verbe à l'infinitif« (»will go").Find and fix the mistake:
If he will arrive on time or the traffic is clear, we will start the meeting.
will arrive dans la clause if. Il faut arrives (Présent Simple). La clause principale we will start est correcte.Choisis la phrase correcte :
if doivent utiliser le Présent Simple (rains et is cold). It will be coldest incorrect dans la clause
if.Translate into English: 'Si ella estudia O él la ayuda, aprobarán el examen.'
Answer starts with: ["I...
Présent Simple (studies, helps) et la clause de résultat utilise "will + verbe à l'infinitif« (»will pass"). N'oublie pas d'utiliser OR pour l'alternative.Score: /4
Exercices pratiques
8 exercisesIf it ___ (rain) and the wind ___ (be) strong, we ___ (stay) home.
Select the correct conditional sentence:
Find and fix the mistake:
If he finish his work and he has time, he will come to the party.
If you pay me and you buy me lunch, I will help you.
You can use 'will' in the if-clause if there are two conditions joined by 'and'.
A: Are you coming to the beach? B: ___
If you study hard and you practice every day, you will pass the exam.
1. If you eat too much and don't exercise... 2. If you save money or get a loan... 3. If you lose your phone and have no backup...
Score: /8
Practice Bank
12 exercisesIf the boss ___ (call) AND I ___ (not/answer), please take a message.
If you will be hungry or you will be thirsty, I will make you a sandwich.
Choisis la phrase correcte :
Translate into English: 'Si él no llega pronto Y la película comienza, nos iremos sin él.'
Arrange ces mots pour former une phrase :
Associe le début des phrases avec la bonne fin :
If you ___ (not/study) AND you ___ (not/practice), you ___ (fail) the test.
If she needs help or she will have questions, I am there.
Choisis la phrase correcte :
Translate into English: 'Si el clima mejora Y no tenemos otros planes, haremos una barbacoa.'
Arrange ces mots pour former une phrase :
Associe la clause 'if' à une clause 'will' appropriée :
Score: /12
FAQ (8)
Yes! You can use other modals like `can`, `might`, or `may` in the result clause to change the meaning. For example: `If you have a ticket and a mask, you can enter.`
No, you don't have to. You can say `If it rains and it's cold...` instead of `If it rains and if it's cold...`. Both are correct, but the first is more common.
The rule stays the same! Just use commas and a conjunction: `If it rains, the wind blows, and I'm tired, I'll stay home.` All conditions stay in the `Present Simple`.
Grammatically yes, but logically it's strange because it covers all possibilities. Usually, 'or' is used for two different paths to the same result.
In English, the `if` clause sets the stage or the 'condition'. We use the present tense to describe this state, even if it's in the future. Using `will` makes it sound like a separate future fact, not a condition.
Yes, but be careful! `If you have a degree AND you speak English, OR if you have 10 years of experience, you'll get the job.` This is complex but common in formal English.
Yes, just like in math. Usually, we group 'and' conditions together. If you mix them, the meaning can change. Use clear phrasing to avoid confusion.
Yes. `Unless you study and you practice, you won't pass.` This means 'If you don't study AND you don't practice...'.
Scaffolded Practice
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In Other Languages
Si + presente indicativo
English strictly forbids 'will' in the if-clause, whereas some Spanish dialects might use future-leaning structures.
Si + présent
French learners often try to use the future 'si il pleuvra' which is incorrect in both languages.
Wenn + Präsens
Word order: In German, the verb in the 'if' clause moves to the end.
〜たら / 〜ば (~tara / ~ba)
Japanese conjugates the verb to show 'if', rather than using a separate word like 'if'.
إن / إذا (In / Idha)
Tense usage: Arabic often uses a 'past' form for the condition even if it hasn't happened yet.
如果... 就... (Rúguǒ... jiù...)
No tense: Chinese doesn't change the verb for the future, so learners often forget 'will'.
Learning Path
Prerequisites
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