English Grammar
Second Conditional
If + past simple, would + base verb
Used for imaginary or unlikely present/future situations. "If I were you" is a classic second conditional.
Real Examples from Native Speakers
"If I received a dollar for every time I rolled my eyes at a guy's behavior, I'd be going places."
Sarcastic Thoughts On Dealing With Incompetent Men
How it works
Formula
If + past simple, would + base verb
This page combines the textbook rule with real-world English — every example is an unscripted clip from a real native speaker. You're hearing how this grammar point sounds in real life, not in a classroom.