Grammar basics
Future simple
Use the future simple for predictions, decisions you make right now, and promises about the future.
Structure
| Sentence | Structure | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Positive | Subject + will + V1 | I will help you with your project. |
| Negative | Subject + will + not + V1 | I won't be late. |
| Question | Will + subject + V1? | Will you join the meeting? |
Use will with every subject. In speech, people use short forms: I'll, she'll, and won't (= will not).
will + V1 only
After will, use the plain verb. Say I will go, not I will to go or I will going.
When to use
Predictions
I think AI will change how we write code.
Decisions you make right now
It's cold in here. I'll close the window.
Promises and offers
Don't worry. I'll send you the file tonight.
will or going to?
For plans you made before you speak, use going to: I'm going to build a new app next month. In fast speech, going to sounds like gonna. See the short forms page.
Thai speakers: จะ = will
ฉันจะช่วยคุณ = I will help you. Remember that will never changes: he will, not he wills.
Time words
These words often go with the future simple.
Tomorrow
The day after today.
I'll call you tomorrow morning.
Soon
In a short time from now.
The new version will be ready soon.
Probably
Very likely, but not 100% sure. It goes after will, but before won't.
I'll probably finish the app this weekend.