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if there are changes vs if there is any changes

The word "changes" is a plural noun that needs a plural form of the verb. The noun and verb agree in the phrase "If there are changes"; therefore, this phrase is correct, unlike "If there is any changes."
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Last updated: September 06, 2020 • 276690 views

if there are changes

This phrase is correct.

You can use this phrase when talking about whether there might be any changes to a situation.

Some examples from our editors:

  • If there are changes in the document, don't forget to highlight them.
  • If there are changes in the schedule, please let us know.
  • We make regular checks to see if there are changes.
  • And if there are changes to be made, I want to be here to help you.
  • Tounga Tours has the right to change the prices of proposed itineraries if there are changes on tax policies, exchange rates, transport or fuel costs.
  • Death by specialisation ('specialised' animals, that is to say, able to live only in a particular environment and climate, die if there are changes in the environment or climate) is the cost of evolution.
  • Underlines the Commission's right, throughout the legislative process, to withdraw its proposal before it is approved by the Council, if there are changes which violate a fundamental right;
  • If there are changes in the meantime (prices, connections etc), please let us know so that we can amend accordingly.
  • If there are changes to the relevant provisions of Decisions 2/CMP. or 2/CMP., the Member States shall communicate to the Commission revised reference levels reflecting those changes no later than six months after the adoption of those changes.

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • if there is a change
  • if there are any changes

if there is any changes

This phrase is not correct. Don't use it.

Since the word "changes" is a plural noun, it needs a plural form of the verb.
  • if there is any changes
  • I don't know if there is any point in continuing this discussion.
  • Better not, if there is any injury...
  • But we don't know if there is any link with Dillon.
  • I will call if there is any change.
  • I wonder if there is any problem with the brain.
  • 24 hours surveillance, notify me immediately if there is any change in his condition.
  • And we need to know if there is any unclaimed luggage from that bus.
  • I will call you if there is any change.
  • See if there is any foundation for an evidentiary appeal.
  • Treatment is directed at relief of itch, if there is any.
  • Wait 24 hours to see if there is any redness.
  • However, be careful not to massage them if there is any irritation.
  • Sorry if there is any inconsistency, typical of machine translation.
  • And if there is any differance in culture.
  • Please indicate if there is any urgency due to
  • I am wondering if there is any further action.
  • And if there is any way that I could ever repay you...
  • We are sending out radio signals to see if there is any intelligent response.
  • See if there is any interest in marches.
  • Get the wallet and see if there is any money.

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • if there are any changes

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