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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
要 + Verb + 就 + Verb
Examples
- 要 走 就 走 ，我们 不 需要 你 。If you want to leave, leave. We don't need you.
- 要 买 就 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 说 ，别 吞吞吐吐 。If you're going to say, say it now. Don't mumble.
- 要 去 就 去 ，不用 等 我们 。If you want to go, go now. You don't need to wait for us.
- 要 吃 就 吃 ，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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