It's a matter of when not if It's a matter of when= things are gonna happen eventually. You can be sure the thing is gonna happen. It's just not sure the timing of the thing. "When" would be used for hypothetical situation. For example: one person is about something, but the other person is less sure. 1️⃣talking about plans Ex: We'll get into this restaurant, it's matter if when. 2️⃣goals or positive orientation Ex: I'm going to build more muscle, it's a matter of when. 3️⃣both for positive and negative things Ex: He is going to catch a cold, if he doesn't get more sleep and practice proper hand…It's matter of when. 🚩rip through Similar phrases as followed 1. It's only a matter of time Ex: We'll find the house for our dreams. It's only matter of time. 2. It only takes one 3.No question Role Play A: Ben shows up. We'll be in great shape. B: Oh, they will show up. It's matter of when not if. A: Ok, great and food? B: That's also squared away(整理好、收拾好) A: No question. B: Ok. do we have all they are …听不出来 A: Not yet. The deadline is tomorrow, so it's only a matter of time.