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If he were there, or If he was there?

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lorna29  +  482265 Wed, 27 Feb 08 08:46 AM

What is the correct between these: If he were there, or If he was there?
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Doll  +  482293 Wed, 27 Feb 08 11:21 AM

My take: 

I don't like to write something without seeing the full sentence but to me both of them can be used.  

If he was there... (indicative mood)  This sounds informal.

If he were there.. (subjunctive mood) I always choose this mood.
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CalifJim  +  482501 Wed, 27 Feb 08 08:45 PM
If he was there, I'm sure he saw what happened.

If he were there, he could help you.

Both are possible.

CJ 
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