zero conditional
A structure used to convey general truths or facts, containing an if clause (with a verb in the present tense) and a main clause (with a verb in the present tense).
Noun
- A structure used to convey general truths or facts, containing an if clause (with a verb in the present tense) and a main clause (with a verb in the present tense).
- "If it rains, the ground gets wet" is an example of a zero conditional.
Coordinate Terms: first conditional second conditional third conditional mixed conditional