The future: will, going to, present continuous
Three ways to talk about the future, and «when» + present.
| Form | Use | Example |
|---|---|---|
| will + base | decision made now, prediction, promise | I'll help you. It will rain tomorrow. |
| be going to + base | plan already decided, prediction from evidence | I'm going to buy a car. Look, it's going to rain. |
| present continuous | arrangement, organised plan | I'm meeting Tom tomorrow. |
When / as soon as / before / after + present
- I'll call you when I get home.when + present, main clause with will
- As soon as she arrives, we'll start.as soon as + present
Test yourself
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Complete: The phone is ringing. – OK, I ___ answer it.
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'll (will) -
Complete: We (visit) our grandparents next weekend. (arranged)
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are visiting / are going to visit -
Correct: I'll tell you when I will know.
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I'll tell you when I know. -
Complete: Look at those clouds! It ___ rain.
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is going to