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if i know vs if i knew

The phrases 'if I know' and 'if I knew' have different meanings and are used in different contexts. 'If I know' is used when talking about a current or future situation, while 'if I knew' is used when talking about a hypothetical or unreal situation in the present or future. They are not interchangeable as they convey different tenses and meanings.

Last updated: April 17, 2024 • 2165 views

if i know

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a current or future situation.

This phrase is used to express a condition or possibility in the present or future. It implies that the speaker has knowledge or information about something.

Examples:

If I know the answer, I will tell you.
I will go to the party if I know some of the people there.

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But if I know my commander...
Out getting pizza, if I know Rigsby.
Is if I know that you are.
Soapy, see if I know tonight's menu.
I can guarantee you if I know that, Dano knows it.
If I know the Madonna, yes.
Blowed if I know what it do.
If I know Jim, he'll find something.
That's like asking me if I know anybody that kills cows.
If I know the letters and the language.
Especially if I know that people are after you.
Approach me, and ask if I know the hours of the restaurant.
Highest quality, if I know Guy.
Especially if I know I'm going to be sharing.
But if I know when it's coming, then...
But if I know Anson, it may already be too late.
If I know Zorro, he's already here.
If I know T.K., he'll find a way.
If I know hopalong, she'll be taking the stairs.
I'll be darned if I know why.

Alternatives:

if I am aware
if I have knowledge

if i knew

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a hypothetical or unreal situation in the present or future.

This phrase is used to express a condition or possibility that is contrary to fact in the present or future. It implies that the speaker does not have knowledge or information about something.

Examples:

If I knew the answer, I would tell you.
I would go to the party if I knew some of the people there.

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if i knew is meant to inspire lgbtq+ youth through interviews from people from all different walks of life to answer questions that ~if they knew~ back when ...
Apr 2, 2024 ... AITA for telling my husband "if i knew that before i wouldn't marry you". Sorry, this post was deleted by the person who originally posted it ...

Alternatives:

if I were to know
if I had knowledge

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