Definition
假如 (jiǎ rú) is a formal, literary 'if' used mainly in writing and hypothetical statements. It is more formal than the everyday 如果 (rú guǒ) and the colloquial 要是 (yào shi), but less archaic than 倘若 (tǎng ruò) or 假使 (jiǎ shǐ). Use 假如 for a slightly elevated, written tone.
conjunction
if
Easily confused
- 加入jiā rùsound-aliketo join, to become a member of (an organization, group, etc.)
Examples
- 假如，。jiǎ rú nǐ bù lái, wǒ jiù yí gè rén qù.If you don't come, I'll go alone.
- 假如，。jiǎ rú nǐ kǎoshì jígé, wǒ jiù qǐng nǐ chīfàn.If you pass the exam, I'll treat you to a meal.
- 假如，。jiǎ rú míngtiān shì qíngtiān, wǒmen qù páshān.If tomorrow is sunny, we'll go hiking.
Grammar
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