Third conditional

Third conditionals

Expressing regret

Have a look at the following situations and use a third conditional to express regret.

Last week, you lost your passport at the airport and couldn't board the plane to go on holiday.

Last week, you injured your neck in a car accident because you weren't wearing a seatbelt.

Last week, you had a good idea for a new project and got promoted at work.

Last week, you didn't make an appointment with the dentist and later you had a terrible toothache.

Last week, you parked your car in the city centre but you didn't see the 'No parking' sign and received a parking fine.

Last week, you took a taxi from the airport to the city centre.You found out later that the bus was a lot quicker and cheaper.

Last week, you forgot to water your plants and they died.

Last week, you had a fight and got a black eye.

Last week, you were invited to a party.At the party, you met your favourite actor.

Last week, you fell asleep in class and got punished.

Last week, you found $200 on the street and bought a new tablet.

Last week, you ate some undercooked chicken and had food poisoning.

Well done!

By Verónica Gaute