Chunk: what-if
Formulaic Unit
Meaning: A highly common conversational phrase used to introduce a hypothetical scenario in order to ask about its potential consequences, often expressing anxiety, worry, or pitching a creative idea.
💬 Contextual Examples
- What if we miss the flight because of this traffic?
- What if we painted the walls blue instead of white?
🎴 Interactive Web Practice (Click to Reveal)
Practice 1: ______ if it rains during the outdoor wedding?
Answer:
What
Practice 2: What ______ the company decides to fire us all?
Answer:
if
🔗 Knowledge Base Connections
- 🔑 Parent Keyword: if