The "要⋯⋯就" grammar structure can be used to express the same
meaning as "如果...就" However,"要⋯⋯就" is more intense and
resolute, similar to imperative sentences (command sentences).
Therefore, "要⋯⋯就" sentences typically do not have a subject, but
they can have a topic. This grammar form is similar to the English
"If you want to (verb) just (verb)..."
Structure
Examples
- 要 学 就 好好 学 ，别 偷懒 。If you
want to study, study well. Don't be lazy.
- 要 买 就 快 买 ，我们 快 关门 了 。If
you're going to buy it, buy it now. We are about to close the
shop.
- 要 说 就 快 说 ，别 吞吞吐吐 。If
your going to, say it now. Don't mumble.
- 要 去 就 快 去 ，不用 等 我们 。If
you want to go, go now. You don't need to wait for us.
- 要 吃 就 自己 拿 ，不要 客气 。If you
want to eat, go ahead and eat. You don't need to be so
polite.
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