If that's the case: なら
なら is the "if" you use to respond: someone says they're going out, and you say "if you're going out, then…". It's also how Japanese recommends things: "if it's ramen you want, try this place." Tap to hear any line. The bar at the bottom plays a hands-free drill for walking.
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25 everyday words
Each card shows a word, the form with なら, and a sentence answering something someone just said. Eight reuse words from earlier lessons.
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How to use なら
なら goes after the plain form of a verb or い-adjective, or straight after a noun. な-adjectives drop だ.
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- なら picks up what you just heard. Someone says they're going out; you say : "If you're going out, then…"
- なら or たら? is "if you're going (buy it there)". is "once you're there". For everyday advice, either works.
- Recommending. Noun + なら = "if it's X you want":
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Three patterns to use today
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Say it in Japanese
Say each one out loud before you reveal the answer. Getting close counts.