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Old 01-Apr-2008, 17:42
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I want to know the difference between using modals and would in conditions
the rule of it ... is it the same I mean when I say :
if I won the lottery I would buy a car
If he became rich he could marry her
can I know what's the difference ?
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I would buy a car - this is my intention. I will do it, if I win.
I could buy a car - this is a possibility. It's something that becomes possible if I win.
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I would buy a car - this is my intention. I will do it, if I win.
I could buy a car - this is a possibility. It's something that becomes possible if I win.

thanks Mr "Tiger" (just kidding) !

In this way I can apply the same rule when it comes to grammar? is it right? and re thanks again
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