| Element | FORM/USE: 'IF' + 'SHOULD', FORMAL, POLITE |
|---|---|
| SuperCat | CLAUSES |
| SubCat | conditional |
| Lexical Range | N/A |
| Level | C1 |
| Cando | Can form subordinate conditional clauses with 'if you should', in polite, formal contexts. |
| Corrected Learner Example | If you should have any concerns about my choice, please tell me. (Germany; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2008; German; Pass) If you should have any problems, you can go to an information booth and you will be told which train you have to take to Hassau. (Germany; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 1993; German; Pass) If you should get lost, don't hesitate to call us. (C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 1993; Swedish; Pass) If you should have any further questions do not hesitate to contact us. (Switzerland; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2006; German; Pass) |
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| Comments | Many but not all main clauses which follow 'if' + 'should' are imperatives, particularly in business contexts. |
