would
Pronunciation
Verb
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Quick answer
Used to talk about something that might happen under certain conditions, or to describe a repeated past habit.
Usage notes
"Would" is also used to make polite requests, as in "Would you pass the salt?", instead of the more direct "will."
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Which word fits the gap? "If I had more time, I _____ learn to play the piano."
Answer: would
In your own words, what does "would" mean?
Used to talk about something that might happen under certain conditions, or to describe a repeated past habit.
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