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As Long As vs. Provided That

'As long as' and 'provided that' are synonyms and they are used to show conditions. In this lesson, we will learn all about them.

"As Long As" vs. "Provided That" in the English grammar

What Is Their Main Difference?

The main difference between 'as long as' and 'provided that' is that 'provided that' is more formal than 'as long as.'

Parts of Speech

'As long as' and 'provided' are conjunctions. They are used to connect clauses.

The book would be interesting as long as it includes dragons.

The book would be interesting provided that it includes dragons.

Meaning

'As long as' and 'provided (that)' are synonyms. They are used to express the meaning 'if.' They introduce conditions and possible results.

You may go out as \long as you are feeling well.

You may go out provided that you are feeling well.

Formality

'Provided (that)' is more formal than 'as long as.' 'Provided that' is mainly used in written English. If we are using it in spoken English, we use 'provided' without 'that.'

I will text you as long as I have time.

I will text you provided that I have time.

I will text you provided I have time.

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