なら

なら is used to set up a condition or premise for what follows. It can mean 'if it's the case that…' or 'if/when it is true that…'. It also has a function of shifting the topic to the condition or even giving a suggestion based on the condition (e.g., if this is true, then do X). It’s often smoother and more subjective than other conditionals like ～と or ～ば, and it can imply that the speaker considers the premise to be known or assumed. Common usage patterns include attaching なら to nouns, i-adjectives in their い-form, and verbs in their dictionary form. It can also express a tentative or hypothetical nuance, or a strong recommendation when the listener’s condition is met. Examples typically involve daily life decisions, plans, or opinions contingent on a condition.