Will + Verb
1. Definition & Core Meaning
The Future Simple (Will) is used to talk about predictions, instant decisions, promises, and offers in the future.
2. Use Cases - Why do we use it?
⢠Predictions: Guessing what will happen based on opinion. I think it will rain tomorrow.
⢠Instant Decisions: Deciding to do something right at the moment of speaking. I'm thirsty! I'll get some water.
⢠Promises & Offers: I will help you. I won't tell anyone.
3. When to Use It - Key Signals
Look for future time markers: tomorrow, next week, soon, later, in the future.
Look for thought verbs: I think, I believe, I hope, I'm sure.
4. How to Use It - Structural Formula
(+) Affirmative:
⢠Subject + will + verb (base) --> I will go. She will help.
(Short form: I'll, she'll, they'll)
(-) Negative:
⢠Subject + will not (won't) + verb (base) --> He won't come.
(?) Question:
⢠Will + Subject + verb (base)? --> Will you marry me?