Sentence structure: Future with will
The future for predictions, quick decisions, promises and offers.
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When do we use it?
will + base verb: predictions, decisions made at that moment, promises and offers. It is the same for every subject: I will, she will, they will.
Future: will
tomorrow / later
Pattern: Subject + will + verb (base)
Example: I think it will be sunny tomorrow.
Example: Don't worry, I will help you.
Formula
Positive: She will love this gift. · Negative: She won't be late. · Question: Will she come to the party? · Short answer: Yes, she will. / No, she won't.
Color-coded examples
An offer: Turkish usually says it with the aorist (-r).
Example: I will carry your bag.
Example: It will be cold tomorrow.
Turkish equivalents
Example: I think this team will win.
Example: Don't worry, I won't tell anyone.
Tip
Most common mistake: adding -s or to after will. “She will comes” and “I will to go” are wrong; say She will come, I will go.
Position 6 of 7 chapters at A2.