Future simple (will)
will + base verb for predictions, quick decisions, promises, and offers.
Examples use vocabulary from Unit 11. We use will + the base verb to talk about the future. Learn the situations first, then the forms.
A — Future simple: form
will is the same for all subjects — I, you, he, she, it, we, they.
| Form | Example | |
|---|---|---|
| Positive | will + verb | I will call you. She will help. |
| Short form | 'll | I'll see you tomorrow. It'll be fine. |
| Negative | will not / won't + verb | I won't be late. They won't come. |
| Questions | Will + subject + verb? | Will you be at home? Will it rain? |
The rest of this lesson is in the General English course:
- B — When do we use will?
- Time words that often go with will
- C — will or going to?
- More examples to read aloud
Try it: Complete with will or won't
Choose the correct form.
- I'm sure you ___ pass the test — you studied hard.
(a) will (b) won't (c) are - It's too far. We ___ walk — let's take the bus.
(a) will (b) won't (c) don't - A: The bag is heavy. B: I ___ help you.
(a) will (b) won't (c) am - I promise I ___ be late again.
(a) will (b) won't (c) don't
Check your answers in the course — it marks them instantly. This is one of the unit's 4 exercises; the other 3 are in the General English course too.
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