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的话
de huà
Meaning
- if (coming after a conditional clause)
Definition
用于假设或条件句中，引出一种情况或条件。
Used in hypothetical or conditional sentences to introduce a situation or condition.
Usage
通常用在表示条件或假设的从句末尾，相当于“如果……的话”。
Typically used at the end of a conditional clause, equivalent to 'if'.
Examples
- 1 如果你有时间的话，我们一起去看电影吧。(If you have time, let's go watch a movie together.)
- 2 要是他不来的话，我们就取消活动。(If he doesn't come, we'll cancel the event.)
- 3 下雨的话，运动会就推迟举行。(If it rains, the sports meet will be postponed.)
- 4 你想去的话，我陪你去。(If you want to go, I'll go with you.)
- 5 提前通知的话，我们可以安排接待。(If you notify in advance, we can arrange reception.)
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