grammar · neutral
If + present simple, might + V
Used to indicate a less certain possibility in the future compared with 'may'.
Examples
“If he practises every day, he might pass the exam.”
“If they reduce prices, customers might buy more.”
“If you call now, they might still answer.”
Band 8 sentence
“If governments introduce more flexible work policies, employees might be better able to balance career and family.”
Collocations
- might + base verb
- might possibly
Common mistakes
If he will study harder, he might pass.→If he studies harder, he might pass.
If he study harder, he might pass.→If he studies harder, he might pass.
Say it for a higher band
5If + present simple, will + V→6If + present simple, can + V→7+If + present simple, might + V
Easily confused
If + present simple, may + V
“If you finish early, you may leave before lunch.”
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