Learn Dutch · B2

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Advanced Conditionals

Grammar: Unreal Conditionals in Dutch.

For unreal or hypothetical situations, Dutch uses 'als' + past tense in the if-clause and 'zou/zouden' + infinitive in the main clause.

Als ik meer tijd had, zou ik je helpen.: If I had more time, I would help you.
Als hij eerder was gekomen, hadden we het kunnen bespreken.: If he had come earlier, we could have discussed it.
Had ik maar geluisterd.: If only I had listened.

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