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if in French

if in French is si, que, soit — if means used to introduce a condition: supposing that something is or were true.

if in French

si
conj
Supposing that, assuming that, in the circumstances that; used to introduce a condition that may be (or prove to be) either true or false.
si
conj
(computing) A keyword that invokes conditional processing: in the event that a given condition is true, execute the given statement(s) (otherwise execute other statements).
que
conj
(computing) A keyword that invokes conditional processing: in the event that a given condition is true, execute the given statement(s) (otherwise execute other statements).
soit
conj
(computing) A keyword that invokes conditional processing: in the event that a given condition is true, execute the given statement(s) (otherwise execute other statements).
si
noun
(informal) An uncertainty, possibility, condition, doubt etc.

What does "if" mean?

  1. conj Used to introduce a condition: supposing that something is or were true.
    "If it rains, we'll move the party indoors."
  2. conj Although; used to concede a point while still making a statement.
    "It was a good, if somewhat long, movie."
  3. noun An uncertain condition or possibility.
    "There are too many ifs in this plan for my comfort."

if in a sentence

  • If it rains, we'll move the party indoors.
  • If I had known, I would have called you sooner.
  • It was a good, if somewhat long, movie.
  • There are too many ifs in this plan for my comfort.

Similar words in French

Common French translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "if" in French?

"if" in French is si, que, soit. if means: Used to introduce a condition: supposing that something is or were true.

How do you use "if" in a sentence?

Example: "If it rains, we'll move the party indoors." In French, "if" is si, que, soit.

Are there other ways to say "if" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "if": si, que, soit.

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