Zero Conditional

The zero conditional is used when the result of the condition is always true. The zero conditional is formed using:

  • If clause + main clause
    (If + present simple + present simple)
    If you can’t find me, send me a message.
    (If this thing happens + that thing happens)

As in these examples:

  • If it rains, you get wet.
  • Ask the teacher if the instructions are unclear to you.

You can also replace if with when.

  • If you mix red and blue, it makes purple.
  • When you mix red and blue, it makes purple.