Basics
Lesson 92 — Conditions without if
State a condition formally by inverting instead of using if.
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You can explain the reasons behind what you think and do, with the evidence and background, and be understood.
なぜそう考え、そう動いたのかを、よりどころや経緯とともに述べて納得してもらえる。
Phrase of the day今日のフレーズ
Had we known about the delay, we would have rebooked.
遅延を知っていれば、予約を取り直していました。
Situation場面
A written complaint being read aloud before it is sent.
送る前に、苦情の文面を読み上げています。
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Takeaway
Had, Should, Were at the front, and drop the if entirely.