如果...就... expresses a conditional relation: if condition X is met, result Y follows.
Condition-result logic - clear trigger and outcome
General truths or plans - common for habits, rules, and predictions
Flexible subject - same or different subject across two clauses
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Keep logical relation clear
- Result should naturally follow the condition.
就 marks consequence
- It signals the result side of the condition.
Do not stack unrelated clauses
- Avoid using 如果...就... when X and Y are weakly connected.
If you have questions, ask me.
If it rains tomorrow, we will switch online.
If you sleep earlier, you will not be so tired.
If the materials are ready, we will begin.
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