| Element | FORM/USE: ELLIPTED 'IF NOT', ALTERNATIVE |
|---|---|
| SuperCat | CLAUSES |
| SubCat | conditional |
| Lexical Range | N/A |
| Level | B1 |
| Cando | Can use 'If not' as a conditional clause to offer an alternative to refer to a previous direct or indirect 'yes-no' question where the answer might be 'no'. |
| Corrected Learner Example | Is the Sheraton Hotel ok for you? If not, call me as soon as possible. (Peru; B1 THRESHOLD; 2008; Spanish - Latin American; Pass) Do you work on Sundays? If not, you could do exercise on Sundays. (Mexico; B1 THRESHOLD; 2009; Spanish - Latin American; Pass) I hope it's ok for you. If not, call me on my mobile phone. (Switzerland; B1 THRESHOLD; 2004; Swiss German; Pass) |
| Uncorrected Learner Example | |
| Comments | N/A |
