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If he had told me about the issue, I would have been able to solve it.

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If he had told me about the issue, I would have been able to solve it.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

You should always communicate problems early; otherwise, solutions might be missed.

Describing Habits

I always make sure to inform my team immediately if a problem arises.

Asking About Others

Did he inform you about the issue before it escalated?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If he had acted sooner, the situation wouldn't have become so critical.

Rephrased versions

Formal

Had he apprised me of the matter, a resolution would have been attainable.

Casual

If he'd told me, I could have fixed it.

Simpler English

I could have helped if he'd said something.

Phrases to learn

told me about the issue

Informed me of the problem.

would have been able to solve it

Possessed the capability to find a solution.