English grammar

Third Conditional

Used to talk about imaginary situations in the past, things that didn't happen and their hypothetical consequences.

If + past perfect, would have + past participle

Real Examples from Native Speakers

"And if I would have paid cash, this one would have cost me $720."

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How it works

Formula

If + past perfect, would have + past participle

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