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If i should vs If you should

Both "if I should" and "if you should" are correct phrases, but they are used in different contexts. "If I should" is used when referring to oneself, while "if you should" is used when referring to someone else. The choice between the two depends on the subject of the sentence.

Last updated: March 20, 2024 • 640 views

If i should

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to oneself.

This phrase is used when talking about a hypothetical situation or a possibility that involves oneself. It is often followed by a verb in the present tense.

Examples:

  • If I should arrive late, please start the meeting without me.
  • I will let you know if I should change my mind.
  • "If I should have a daughter, instead of Mom, she's gonna call me Point B ... " began spoken word poet Sarah Kay, in a talk that inspired two standing ovations at ...
  • 00:11 If I should have a daughter, instead of "Mom," she's going to call me "Point B," because that way she knows that no matter what happens, at least she can ...
  • May 6, 2012 ... If I should have a daughter, instead of "Mom," she's going to call me "Point B," because that way she knows that no matter what happens, ...
  • Mar 21, 2011 ... http://www.ted.com "If I should have a daughter, instead of Mom, she's gonna call me Point B ... " began spoken word poet Sarah Kay, in a talk ...

Alternatives:

  • if I were to
  • if I happen to
  • if I were

If you should

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to someone else.

This phrase is used when talking about a hypothetical situation or a possibility that involves someone else. It is often followed by a verb in the present tense.

Examples:

  • If you should need any help, feel free to ask.
  • I will be there if you should decide to come.
  • I am totally confused about these contradictory statements! Does [should you get] mean [if you get] or [if you should get]? Can any native speaker help me?
  • or 'If you should have...' may be used in preference to 'If you have...' if we want to suggest a slight possibility of something happening or when we are making ...
  • Feb 10, 2016 ... (or If you should wish to cancel your order …) Should your child become anxious or nervous about any activity, it is a good idea to inform the ...
  • If you should happen to see him before I do, can you tell him that I want to speak to him urgently? If there should be a problem, just give me a call and I'll sort it ...

Alternatives:

  • if you were to
  • if you happen to
  • if you were

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