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Future Forms
Learn the difference between will, be going to, and the Present Continuous for future plans.
Talking About the Future
Choose the correct way to express future events.
Talking About the Future
There are several ways to talk about the future in English. Choosing the right one depends on the context.
| Form | Use | Example |
|---|---|---|
| will | Spontaneous decisions, predictions, promises, offers | I'm thirsty. I think I will buy a drink. |
| be going to | Plans and intentions, predictions with evidence | I'm going to visit my cousins next month. |
| Present Continuous | Fixed arrangements (with time/place) | I'm meeting Sarah for lunch at 1 PM. |
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Future Forms Quiz
Choose the best future form for each situation.
1
A: "The phone is ringing." B: "OK, I ___ get it."
2
We have tickets for the concert. We ___ on Saturday.
3
My sister has saved a lot of money. She ___ a new car.
4
Based on the latest polls, I predict the Green Party win the election.