Conditional Sentences: Using If and Then (Agar... Toh)
agar and its result with toh for clear, logical Hindi sentences.
Grammar Rule in 30 Seconds
Use 'Agar' (if) to start a condition and 'Toh' (then) to introduce the result.
- Start the condition clause with 'Agar'. Example: Agar baarish hui...
- Use 'Toh' to bridge to the result. Example: ...toh hum nahi jayenge.
- The 'Toh' is optional in casual speech but recommended for clarity.
Overview
Conditional sentences are fundamental to expressing logic, possibilities, and outcomes in any language. In Hindi, the most common and versatile way to construct these ‘if-then’ statements is by using the conjunctions agar (अगर) and toh (तो). These two words work in tandem to link a condition with its corresponding result or consequence.
Mastering agar... toh will significantly enhance your ability to make plans, give instructions, express hypothetical situations, and engage in more complex conversations.
While English often makes the word "then" optional in conditional statements ("If it rains, I will stay home"), Hindi places critical importance on toh. You might occasionally omit agar in casual speech, but toh is almost always present and serves as an indispensable grammatical marker. It clearly signals that the preceding clause states a condition and the following clause details its outcome.
This explicit connection ensures clarity and avoids ambiguity, making your Hindi more precise and natural-sounding to native speakers.
This structure primarily governs real or likely conditions and their probable future outcomes, or immediate consequences tied to current states. It allows you to build logical frameworks within your sentences, moving beyond simple statements to express cause-and-effect relationships. Understanding `agar...
toh` is a crucial step for A2 learners, as it unlocks a vast range of communicative functions, from daily planning to expressing nuanced opinions about potential scenarios.
How This Grammar Works
agar... toh construction fundamentally operates by establishing a bipartite relationship: a condition (protasis) followed by a consequence (apodosis). Each word plays a distinct, yet interconnected, role in solidifying this logical link.agar (अगर): This word, meaning "if," introduces the condition clause. Its primary function is to signal that the information immediately following is a prerequisite or a supposition. agar presents a scenario that may or may not occur, setting the stage for a potential outcome.agar is frequently omitted in spoken language, especially when the conditional nature is clear from context or intonation. When omitted, the comma or a slight pause often indicates where agar would have been, and the listener infers the 'if'. For instance, बारिश हुई, तो मैं घर पर रहूँगा। (Baarish huī, toh main ghar par rahūngā.agar.toh (तो): This word, broadly translating to "then," is the critical connector that introduces the consequence clause. Unlike its English counterpart, toh is rarely optional in Hindi conditional sentences. It serves as an emphatic marker, explicitly linking the result to the condition.toh functions as a discourse particle, confirming the logical flow and often adding a subtle emphasis to the outcome. It can also be used to stress the certainty or inevitability of the result if the condition is met.agar... toh sentences typically revolve around the present indefinite (also known as simple present or habitual present) and the simple future tense. For A2 learners, focus on these combinations:- Condition in Present Indefinite / Result in Future Simple: This is the most common pattern for expressing real or likely future conditions.
अगर आप दिल्ली जाते हैं, तो कुतुब मीनार देखेंगे।(Agar aap Dillī jaate hain, toh Kutub Mīnār dekheñge. - If you go to Delhi, then you will see Qutub Minar.)- Condition in Future Simple / Result in Future Simple: Also very common, particularly when the condition itself refers to a future event.
अगर वह आएगा, तो हम पार्टी करेंगे।(Agar vah āegā, toh ham pārṭī kareñge. - If he comes, then we will party.)- Condition in Present Indefinite / Result in Imperative: Used for giving commands or suggestions contingent on a current or habitual state.
अगर तुम्हें भूख लगी है, तो खाना खा लो।(Agar tumheñ bhūkh lagī hai, toh khānā khā lo. - If you are hungry, then eat food.)
toh ensures that the listener immediately understands the logical connection between these two parts of your statement, facilitating clear and coherent communication.Formation Pattern
agar... toh is quite systematic. You combine two clauses: one stating the condition and the other stating the consequence. The placement of agar and toh guides the listener through this logical connection. While variations exist, especially in spoken Hindi, understanding the core patterns is essential for accurate usage.
agar):
Agar (अगर) + [Condition Clause] + , toh (तो) + [Result Clause]
अगर बारिश होगी, तो मैं घर पर रहूँगा।
अगर आप मेहनत करते हैं, तो सफल होंगे।
अगर आपको यह पसंद है, तो ले लीजिए।
agar):
, toh (तो) + [Result Clause]
agar is frequently omitted. The conditional meaning is conveyed by context, intonation, and the crucial presence of toh. A pause or comma often indicates where agar would naturally fit.
आप अभी जाते हैं, तो आप देर नहीं करेंगे।
agar)
उसने फ़ोन किया, तो मुझे बता देना।
agar)
अगर आप रोज़ पढ़ते हैं, तो हिंदी सीख जाएँगे। (Agar aap roz paṛhte hain, toh Hindī sīkh jāeñge.) | If you study daily, then you will learn Hindi. |
अगर वह कल आएगा, तो हम चलेंगे। (Agar vah kal āegā, toh ham caleñge.) | If he comes tomorrow, then we will go. |
अगर आपको मदद चाहिए, तो पूछिए। (Agar aapko madad cāhie, toh pūchie.) | If you need help, then ask. |
अगर बारिश हो जाए, तो छतरी ले लेना। (Agar baarish ho jāe, toh chatrī le lenā.) | If it rains, then take an umbrella. |
अगर मैंने काम कर लिया है, तो मैं जाऊँगा। (Agar maine kām kar liyā hai, toh main jāūngā.) | If I have finished the work, then I will go. |
tu, tum, or aap) across both clauses. Additionally, ensure proper verb agreement with the subject's gender and number, especially in the future tense, as Hindi verbs inflect significantly.
अगर लड़का पढ़ेगा, तो वह पास होगा। (Agar laṛkā paṛhegā, toh vah paas hogā. - If the boy studies, then he will pass.) vs. अगर लड़की पढ़ेगी, तो वह पास होगी। (Agar laṛkī paṛhegī, toh vah paas hogī. - If the girl studies, then she will pass.)
When To Use It
agar... toh are incredibly versatile and are used whenever you need to express that one event or state is dependent on another. At the A2 level, you will primarily use this structure for real or likely conditions, and for expressing a range of practical everyday scenarios.- Expressing Real or Likely Future Conditions: This is the most common application. You use
agar... tohto talk about events that are plausible and have a probable outcome in the future. अगर कल धूप होगी, तो हम पार्क जाएँगे।(Agar kal dhūp hogī, toh ham park jāeñge. - If it's sunny tomorrow, then we will go to the park.)अगर तुम समय पर पहुँचोगे, तो तुम्हें ट्रेन मिल जाएगी।(Agar tum samay par pahuñcoge, toh tumheñ ṭren mil jāegī. - If you arrive on time, then you will catch the train.)
- Making Plans and Suggestions: When your plans or suggestions are contingent on a specific situation or the availability of others.
अगर आप खाली हैं, तो हम शाम को मिल सकते हैं।(Agar aap khālī hain, toh ham shām ko mil sakte hain. - If you are free, then we can meet in the evening.)अगर हमारे पास पर्याप्त पैसे होंगे, तो हम एक नई बाइक खरीदेंगे।(Agar hamāre paas paryāpt paise honge, toh ham ek nayī bāik kharīdeñge. - If we have enough money, then we will buy a new bike.)
- Giving Instructions or Warnings: Directing someone's actions based on a particular circumstance.
अगर तुम्हें प्यास लगे, तो यह पानी पी लेना।(Agar tumheñ pyās lage, toh yah pānī pī lenā. - If you feel thirsty, then drink this water.)अगर तुम बाहर जाओ, तो दरवाज़ा बंद कर देना।(Agar tum bāhar jāo, toh darvāzā band kar denā. - If you go outside, then close the door.)
- Stating General Truths or Habitual Consequences: For conditions that always lead to a specific outcome, or actions that regularly result in something else. In such cases, both clauses might use the present indefinite tense, though the result clause can also use future simple to emphasize the certainty of the outcome.
अगर आप रोज़ व्यायाम करते हैं, तो आप स्वस्थ रहेंगे।(Agar aap roz vyāyām karte hain, toh aap svasth raheñge. - If you exercise daily, then you will remain healthy.)अगर तुम सच बोलते हो, तो कोई समस्या नहीं होगी।(Agar tum sac bolte ho, toh koī samasyā nahīñ hogī. - If you speak the truth, then there will be no problem.)
- Hypothetical Situations (within A2 scope): While complex counterfactual conditionals (e.g., "If I had known, I would have told you") are for higher levels,
agar... tohcan express simple hypotheticals that are still considered possible in the future. अगर मुझे वह नौकरी मिल जाए, तो मैं बहुत खुश हूँगा।(Agar mujhe vah naukri mil jāe, toh main bahut khush hūngā. - If I get that job, then I will be very happy.)
toh in Hindi conditionals reflects a linguistic preference for clearly delineating cause and effect. It leaves less to implication, which can be a common feature of English. This clarity is often appreciated in communication, ensuring that the logical thread of a statement is unmistakable.Common Mistakes
agar... toh is straightforward, but certain pitfalls frequently trip up Hindi learners. Avoiding these common mistakes will make your conditional sentences sound much more natural and grammatically correct.- Omitting
toh(तो): This is by far the most frequent error. Whileagarcan often be dropped in spoken Hindi,tohis almost always essential. Withouttoh, the two clauses can sound disconnected, or the second clause might be perceived as a separate statement rather than a consequence. - Incorrect:
अगर बारिश होगी, मैं घर पर रहूँगा।(Agar baarish hogī, main ghar par rahūngā. - If it rains, I will stay at home.) - Correct:
अगर बारिश होगी, तो मैं घर पर रहूँगा।(Agar baarish hogī, toh main ghar par rahūngā.)
- Using
phir(फिर) instead oftoh: Many learners mistakenly usephirbecause it can mean "then" in the sense of "afterwards" or "next." However,phirnever functions as a conditional 'then' in Hindi. Its meaning is sequential or repetitive, not consequential. - Incorrect:
अगर आप आते हैं, फिर मैं खुश हूँगा।(Agar aap aate hain, phir main khush hūngā. - If you come, then I will be happy.) - Correct:
अगर आप आते हैं, तो मैं खुश हूँगा।(Agar aap aate hain, toh main khush hūngā.)
- Incorrect Tense Combinations: While the A2 level focuses on specific tense pairings (present indefinite/future, future/future, present indefinite/imperative), mixing tenses illogically is a common mistake. Ensure the tense in the result clause logically follows from the condition.
- Incorrect:
अगर तुम पढ़ते हो, तो तुम पास हो गया।(Agar tum paṛhte ho, toh tum paas ho gayā. - If you study, then you passed.) This mixes present condition with past result for a future scenario. - Correct:
अगर तुम पढ़ते हो, तो तुम पास हो जाओगे।(Agar tum paṛhte ho, toh tum paas ho jāoge. - If you study, then you will pass.)
- Confusing
agar... tohwithjab... tab: This is a critical distinction. Both structures involve an 'if'/'when' clause followed by a 'then' clause, but their meanings are fundamentally different: agar... toh(अगर... तो): Expresses a conditional relationship. The first event might happen, and if it does, the second event will follow. It deals with possibilities and hypotheses.jab... tab(जब... तब): Expresses a temporal relationship. The first event will happen at some point, and when it does, the second event will follow. It deals with certainties in time.
अगर वह आएगा, तो बताना।(Agar vah āegā, toh batānā. - If he comes, then tell me.) - He might not come.जब वह आएगा, तब बताना।(Jab vah āegā, tab batānā. - When he comes, then tell me.) - He is definitely coming, just tell me at that specific time.
agar... toh (अगर... तो) | jab... tab (जब... तब) |- Inconsistent Politeness Levels: Switching between
tu,tum, andaapwithin the same conditional sentence is grammatically awkward and can be perceived as disrespectful or confusing. Choose one level of politeness and stick with it for both clauses. - Incorrect:
अगर तुम आओगे, तो आप बैठिए।(Agar tum āoge, toh aap baiṭhie.) - Correct:
अगर तुम आओगे, तो तुम बैठो।(Agar tum āoge, toh tum baiṭho.) ORअगर आप आएँगे, तो आप बैठिए।(Agar aap āeñge, toh aap baiṭhie.)
Real Conversations
Agar... toh is a staple in everyday Hindi conversation, appearing in various registers from highly formal to extremely casual. Observing its use in real contexts helps solidify your understanding beyond textbook examples.
1. Casual Speech (Frequent omission of agar): In informal settings, especially among friends or family, agar is often dropped. The meaning remains clear through context and the essential presence of toh.
- Scenario: Two friends discussing dinner plans.
- बारिश हुई, तो घर में ही रहेंगे। (Baarish huī, toh ghar meñ hī raheñge. - If it rains, we'll stay at home.)
- भूख लगी है, तो कुछ खा ले। (Bhūkh lagī hai, toh kuch khā le. - If you're hungry, eat something.)
- Scenario: A parent giving an instruction to a child.
- स्कूल से आ जाओ, तो मुझे फ़ोन करना। (Skūl se ā jāo, toh mujhe fon karnā. - When/If you come from school, call me.)
2. Making Plans and Suggestions: Agar... toh is indispensable for coordinating activities and proposing ideas.
- Scenario: Colleagues planning a meeting.
- अगर सर आज फ्री हैं, तो हम अभी मीटिंग कर सकते हैं। (Agar sar āj frī hain, toh ham abhī mīṭiṅg kar sakte hain. - If Sir is free today, then we can have the meeting now.)
- Scenario: Friends planning a weekend trip.
- अगर कल छुट्टी है, तो हम मूवी देखने जाएँगे। (Agar kal chuṭṭī hai, toh ham mūvī dekhne jāeñge. - If tomorrow is a holiday, then we will go watch a movie.)
3. Giving Advice or Warnings: The structure effectively conveys the consequence of an action or inaction.
- Scenario: A doctor advising a patient.
- अगर आप दवा नहीं लेंगे, तो आपकी तबीयत खराब हो सकती है। (Agar aap davā nahīñ leñge, toh āpkī tabīyat kharāb ho saktī hai. - If you don't take the medicine, then your health might worsen.)
- Scenario: A friend cautioning another about being late.
- अगर तुम समय पर नहीं पहुँचे, तो ट्रेन छूट जाएगी। (Agar tum samay par nahīñ pahuñce, toh ṭren chūṭ jāegī. - If you don't reach on time, then the train will be missed.)
4. Queries and Negotiations: When making an offer or asking about conditions.
- Scenario: Bargaining at a market.
- अगर आप थोड़ा कम करेंगे, तो मैं यह खरीद लूँगा। (Agar aap thoṛā kam kareñge, toh main yah kharīd lūngā. - If you reduce the price a little, then I will buy this.)
- Scenario: Confirming availability for an event.
- अगर आप आ रहे हैं, तो बता दीजिए। (Agar aap ā rahe hain, toh batā dījie. - If you are coming, then please let me know.)
5. Social Media and Texting: Short, concise forms are common, often omitting agar for brevity.
- फ्री हो, तो कॉल कर। (Frī ho, toh kāl kar. - If you're free, call.)
- टाइम है, तो बता। (Ṭāim hai, toh batā. - If you have time, tell.)
Cultural Nuance
toh often serves a rhetorical purpose in Hindi conversations. It can add emphasis to the consequence, highlight the logical certainty of the outcome given the condition, or even subtly frame a command as a logical suggestion. For instance, saying अगर तुम्हें देर हो रही है, तो जल्दी करो! (Agar tumheñ der ho rahī hai, toh jaldī karo! - If you are getting late, then hurry up!) uses toh to make the urgency feel like a natural, unavoidable outcome of the condition rather than just a direct order.Quick FAQ
agar... toh conditional sentences in Hindi, providing quick clarifications and further insights.- Q: Is
agar(अगर) always necessary in a conditional sentence? - A: No. While it formally introduces the condition,
agaris very frequently omitted in spoken and informal Hindi. The conditional meaning is then conveyed by context, intonation, and the crucial presence oftoh. For example,तुम आते हो, तो हम चलेंगे।(Tum aate ho, toh ham caleñge. - If you come, then we will go.) is perfectly natural.
- Q: Can
toh(तो) ever be omitted? - A: Rarely, and only in very specific, highly informal contexts where the conditional nature is exceptionally obvious and brevity is prioritized, like in a quick, simple warning. However, for clear and grammatically correct Hindi, you should consider
tohto be mandatory. Omitting it typically makes the sentence sound incomplete or ambiguous to a native speaker. It acts as the necessary bridge between the two clauses.
- Q: Can I use different verb tenses than present indefinite or future simple?
- A: For the A2 level, it is best to stick to present indefinite and future simple in the condition clause, leading to future simple or imperative in the result clause. More complex conditional structures exist, such as past conditionals (e.g., "If I had known, I would have told you"), but these involve different verb conjugations and are typically introduced at higher CEFR levels (B1 and above). Master the basic combinations first.
- Q: How do I form negative conditional sentences?
- A: To make a conditional sentence negative, simply negate the verb in the relevant clause(s). Usually, this involves adding
nahīñ(नहीं) before the main verb. अगर बारिश नहीं होगी, तो हम बाहर जाएँगे।(Agar baarish nahīñ hogī, toh ham bāhar jāeñge. - If it doesn't rain, then we will go outside.)अगर आपको यह पसंद नहीं है, तो मत खरीदिए।(Agar aapko yah pasand nahīñ hai, toh mat kharīdie. - If you don't like this, then don't buy it.)
- Q: Are there other words for "if" in Hindi besides
agar? - A: Yes,
yadi(यदि) is another word for "if."yadiis generally more formal and literary, often found in written texts, speeches, or more elevated discourse.agaris the prevalent choice for everyday spoken and informal written Hindi. For A2 learners, focusing onagaris sufficient and more practical for communication.
- Q: Can I have multiple conditions or results in one sentence?
- A: While the basic
agar... tohstructure is for one condition and one result, you can chain conditional statements or combine multiple ideas. For A2, focus on clear two-clause structures. More complex constructions often involve usingaur(और - and) to link additional conditions or results, or embedding one conditional statement within another. For instance,अगर वह आएगा और तुम्हारे पास समय होगा, तो हम सब मिलेंगे।(Agar vah āegā aur tumhāre paas samay hogā, toh ham sab mileñge. - If he comes and you have time, then we will all meet.) Such chaining, however, should be approached cautiously at the A2 level to maintain clarity.
Conditional Sentence Structure
| Part | Hindi Word | Function | Example |
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Start
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Agar
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If
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Agar tum...
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Condition
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Verb+oge/oge
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Condition
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...padhoge...
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Bridge
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Toh
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Then
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...toh...
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Result
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Verb+oge
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Outcome
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...pass hoge.
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Negative
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Nahi
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Negation
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Agar nahi...
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Question
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Kya
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Inquiry
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Kya agar...?
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Meanings
This structure is used to express a condition and its subsequent result or consequence.
Real Condition
Expressing a likely outcome based on a condition.
“Agar tum padhoge, toh pass ho jaoge.”
“Agar woh khayega, toh theek ho jayega.”
Reference Table
| Form | Structure | Example |
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Affirmative
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Agar + Condition + Toh + Result
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Agar tum aaoge, toh hum jayenge.
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Negative
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Agar + Condition + Nahi + Toh + Result
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Agar tum nahi aaoge, toh hum nahi jayenge.
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Interrogative
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Kya agar + Condition + Toh + Result?
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Kya agar tum aaoge, toh hum jayenge?
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Formal
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Yadi + Condition + Toh + Result
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Yadi aap aayenge, toh hum milenge.
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Past
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Agar + Condition (Past) + Toh + Result (Past)
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Agar tumne kaha hota, toh main aata.
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Short Answer
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Agar + Condition + Toh
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Agar tum aaoge, toh?
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Formality Spectrum
Yadi aap aayenge, toh hum jayenge. (Social invitation)
Agar aap aaoge, toh hum jayenge. (Social invitation)
Agar tu aayega, toh hum jayenge. (Social invitation)
Agar tu aaya, toh apan chalenge. (Social invitation)
The Conditional Bridge
Input
- Agar If
Output
- Toh Then
Agar vs Yadi
Conditional Logic
Condition met?
Examples by Level
Agar tum aao, toh achha hai.
If you come, it is good.
Agar yeh pani hai, toh main piyunga.
If this is water, I will drink.
Agar tum khush ho, toh main khush hoon.
If you are happy, I am happy.
Agar woh ghar par hai, toh phone karo.
If he is at home, call him.
Agar baarish hui, toh hum nahi khelenge.
If it rains, we won't play.
Agar tumne khana khaya, toh mujhe batao.
If you ate food, tell me.
Agar aapko madad chahiye, toh mujhe kahein.
If you need help, tell me.
Agar woh nahi aaya, toh hum akele jayenge.
If he doesn't come, we will go alone.
Agar main wahan hota, toh main zaroor aata.
If I were there, I would definitely come.
Agar aap samay par pahunche, toh meeting shuru hogi.
If you arrive on time, the meeting will start.
Agar tumne mehnat ki hoti, toh tum jeet jaate.
If you had worked hard, you would have won.
Agar yeh kaam mushkil hai, toh hum kisi aur ko bulayenge.
If this work is difficult, we will call someone else.
Agar sarkar ne naye niyam lagaye, toh janta ko pareshani hogi.
If the government implements new rules, the public will face trouble.
Agar aap is offer ko accept karte hain, toh hum contract sign karenge.
If you accept this offer, we will sign the contract.
Agar main tumhari jagah hota, toh main aisa kabhi nahi karta.
If I were in your place, I would never do this.
Agar humne samay par kadam nahi uthaye, toh nuksan badh jayega.
If we don't take steps on time, the damage will increase.
Agar kismat ne saath diya, toh hum zaroor safal honge.
If fate favors us, we will surely succeed.
Agar aapki rai mein yeh sahi hai, toh hum aage badhte hain.
If in your opinion this is correct, then we proceed.
Agar yeh prastav manzoor hua, toh humein naye sansadhan chahiye honge.
If this proposal is approved, we will need new resources.
Agar hum itihaas ko dekhein, toh aise halaat pehle bhi aaye hain.
If we look at history, such situations have occurred before.
Agar vyakti ka charitra dridh ho, toh woh kisi bhi chunauti ka samna kar sakta hai.
If a person's character is strong, they can face any challenge.
Agar hum is siddhant ka vishleshan karein, toh nishkarsh spasht hai.
If we analyze this principle, the conclusion is clear.
Agar bhavishya ki kalpana karein, toh takneek ka mahatva aur badhega.
If we imagine the future, the importance of technology will increase further.
Agar hum paramparaon ka palan karein, toh sanskriti zinda rehti hai.
If we follow traditions, culture remains alive.
Easily Confused
Learners mix up 'if' and 'when'.
Learners don't know when to use which.
Toh is for result; Tab is for time.
Common Mistakes
Agar tum aao, toh main gaya.
Agar tum aaoge, toh main jaunga.
Tum aao agar, toh main jaunga.
Agar tum aaoge, toh main jaunga.
Agar tum aao, main jaunga.
Agar tum aaoge, toh main jaunga.
Agar tum aao, toh main jaata.
Agar tum aaoge, toh main jaunga.
Agar main hota ameer, toh main khareedta.
Agar main ameer hota, toh main khareedta.
Agar woh nahi aayega, toh main nahi jaunga.
Agar woh nahi aayega, toh main nahi jaunga.
Agar tumne kiya, toh main kiya.
Agar tumne kiya, toh maine kiya.
Agar main wahan gaya hota, toh main milta.
Agar main wahan gaya hota, toh main milta.
Agar aap aate, toh hum baat karte.
Agar aap aate, toh hum baat karte.
Agar woh bolega, toh main sununga.
Agar woh bolega, toh main sununga.
Agar yeh sach hota, toh main jaanta.
Agar yeh sach hota, toh main jaanta.
Agar prastav manzoor hota, toh...
Agar prastav manzoor hota, toh...
Agar humne socha hota, toh...
Agar humne socha hota, toh...
Agar aisa hai, toh...
Agar aisa hai, toh...
Sentence Patterns
Agar ___ , toh ___ .
Agar aap ___ , toh hum ___ .
Agar main ___ , toh main ___ .
Agar ___ , toh ___ zaroor hoga.
Real World Usage
Agar free hai toh call kar.
Agar spicy hai toh mat lana.
Agar mujhe mauka mile, toh main...
Agar train late hai, toh bus lo.
Agar pasand aaya toh like karo!
Agar aap discount denge, toh main lunga.
Use Toh for flow
Watch the Tense
Formal vs Informal
Bollywood Style
Smart Tips
Always use the future tense in both clauses for consistency.
Swap 'Agar' for 'Yadi' to instantly sound professional.
Focus on the 'Agar' at the start; the rest will follow naturally.
Use the past perfect to show it's a 'what if' scenario.
Pronunciation
Agar
Pronounced 'uh-gur'. The 'g' is soft.
Toh
Pronounced 'toh' with a soft 't'.
Rising-Falling
Agar tum aaoge ↗, toh hum jayenge ↘.
Indicates a clear condition and result.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Agar is the Anchor, Toh is the Tie. Anchor the condition, tie the result.
Visual Association
Imagine a bridge. The start of the bridge is labeled 'Agar'. The end of the bridge is labeled 'Toh'. You must cross the bridge to get to the result.
Rhyme
Agar bolo toh shuruat, Toh bolo toh baat ki baat.
Story
Rohan wanted to go to the park. He said, 'Agar (If) it stops raining, Toh (then) I will go.' The rain stopped, and he went.
Word Web
Challenge
Write 5 'If-Then' sentences about your day in 5 minutes.
Cultural Notes
Very common in daily speech. 'Agar' is often shortened to 'Agar' or even 'Gar' in poetry.
In formal settings, 'Yadi' is preferred over 'Agar'.
The structure remains the same, but vocabulary might shift to Persian-origin words.
Agar comes from Persian 'agar'. Toh is a native Hindi particle.
Conversation Starters
Agar aapke paas ek din ki chhutti ho, toh aap kya karenge?
Agar aapko duniya mein kahin bhi jana ho, toh kahan jayenge?
Agar aap kal busy hain, toh kya hum parson mil sakte hain?
Agar aapko nayi bhasha seekhni ho, toh aap kaunsi chunenge?
Journal Prompts
Common Mistakes
Test Yourself
Agar tum ___ , toh main khush hunga.
Which is correct?
Find and fix the mistake:
Agar tum aao, toh main gaya.
Arrange the words in the correct order:
All words placed
Click words above to build the sentence
If you eat, you will be healthy.
Answer starts with: Aga...
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Use Agar, Tum, Padhna, Toh, Pass hona.
Agar woh (aana) toh main (milna).
Score: /8
Practice Exercises
8 exercisesAgar tum ___ , toh main khush hunga.
Which is correct?
Find and fix the mistake:
Agar tum aao, toh main gaya.
aaoge / toh / agar / tum / jaunga / main
If you eat, you will be healthy.
Agar baarish hui...
Use Agar, Tum, Padhna, Toh, Pass hona.
Agar woh (aana) toh main (milna).
Score: /8
Practice Bank
6 exercisesIf you go to the market, bring milk.
होगी | अगर | तो | बारिश | घर | रुकेंगे | हम
Conditions: 1. Agar dhoop hogi, 2. Agar bhookh lage, 3. Agar tum thake ho,
Agar tum follow karoge, ___ main follow-back karunga.
Which one drops 'agar' correctly?
Agar tum aate ho, toh main gaya.
Score: /6
FAQ (8)
Yes, in casual speech, 'Toh' is often omitted, but it helps clarity.
It's neutral. 'Yadi' is formal.
They must match the logic of the condition.
Yes, using past perfect structures.
Yes, functionally identical.
It's grammatically incorrect.
Use 'Toh' and natural intonation.
Vocabulary might change, but the structure is standard.
Scaffolded Practice
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Mastery Progress
Needs Practice
Improving
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Mastered
In Other Languages
Si + condition
Spanish has complex subjunctive rules for conditionals.
Si + condition
French conditional tenses are more rigid.
Wenn + condition
German verb placement is strictly V2.
Condition + ba/tara
Japanese is suffix-based; Hindi is particle-based.
Idha + condition
Arabic has specific verb forms for conditionals.
Ruguo + condition
Chinese has no verb conjugation.
Learning Path
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