Use of “If / When”

By | August 28, 2015
If / When
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Both “if” and “when” are used in the Present Real Conditional. Using “if” suggests that something happens less frequently. Using “when” suggests that something happens regularly.
Examples:
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When I have a day off from work, I usually go to the beach.
I REGULARLY HAVE DAYS OFF FROM WORK.
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If I have a day off from work, I usually go to the beach.
I RARELY HAVE DAYS OFF FROM WORK.