Talking About the Future with Will

What are we learning today?

You will learn to make predictions, promises and offers with "will".

Explanation

• Use will or won't + the base verb. The short form is 'll.
• Prediction: "Computers will control our lives in the future."
• Promise: "I promise I won't be late."
• Offer: "I'll help you with your suitcase."
• Question: "Will it work?" Answer: "Yes, it will."
• "May" and "might" show a weaker prediction.
• For an arranged plan, do not use "will". Use the present continuous.

Examples

1. It may rain later.
2. Don't worry, I'll carry your bag.
3. He won't come.

Remember!

• Say "I will go", not "I will to go".
• Use the base verb after will.

Check yourself

1. Write the short form: "I will call you."
2. Which is weaker: "will" or "might"?
3. Make a question with will: it / work.