if only

短语
大学

只要

发音

AU

释义与例句

conj.
  1. 1.

    Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see if, only.

    It made me feel better, if only for a moment.

    It won't be much fun if only guys turn up to the party.

  2. 2.

    I wish that; would (that) (archaic). Signifies a wish or desire for the present or the future.

    但愿

    ...就好了

    习语

    If only I could win the lottery.

    My gambling ex could come to his senses, if only.

  3. 3.

    I wish that; would (that) (archaic). Signifies a regret about an action in the past.

    习语

    If only I had listened to my parents.

    We didn't have that luxury. If only!

  4. 4.

    Even if for no other reason than; only just.

    习语

    I was pretty sure what I wanted, but I still tried on another if only to make sure.

  5. 5.

    Signifies a hypothetical or wishful precondition, or one which would be simple but is nonetheless unlikely, for a hypothetical, counterfactual, or future outcome.

    习语

    He could be a great student if only he got [or: if he only got] a little non-judgmental encouragement.

    If you'd only quit interrupting me, I'll tell you!