by Phil Williams | Jun 20, 2014 | Definitions, Grammar
It is important not to confuse “if” and “in case”. They can be used in similar sentences, but they have different meanings. Consider the following examples: I will take a coat if it rains. I will take a coat in case it rains. Here, “if” is used to present a...
by Phil Williams | Apr 15, 2013 | Grammar
My post about using the perfect forms for future tenses briefly explains the idea of using present tenses to express a future meaning. This post specifically addresses using present tenses for time clauses. We often use when, if and certain prepositions to express a...