1. Overview:
Future tenses are used to describe actions or events that will happen after the present time. They help us communicate plans, predictions, and ongoing actions in the future.
2. Cases of Usage:
Case 1: Present Simple for Scheduled Events
The present simple is used for scheduled events, like timetables or programs.
Example: The train leaves at 6 PM.
Case 2: Present Continuous for Future Plans
The present continuous is used for plans that are already made or arrangements.
Example: I am meeting my friends tomorrow.
Case 3: "Going to" for Intentions or Predictions
"Going to" is used for intentions or predictions based on evidence.
Example: I am going to start a new job next week.
Case 4: Future with "Will" for Decisions or Predictions
"Will" is used for spontaneous decisions or predictions without evidence.
Example: I will help you with your homework.
Case 5: Future Continuous for Ongoing Actions in the Future
The future continuous describes actions that will be in progress at a specific time in the future.
Example: I will be studying at 8 PM.
Case 6: Future Perfect for Completed Actions by a Certain Time
The future perfect indicates that an action will be completed before a specific time in the future.
Example: I will have finished my project by Friday.
Case 7: Future Perfect Continuous for Ongoing Actions Until a Point in the Future
The future perfect continuous describes actions that will continue up to a certain point in the future.
Example: I will have been working here for five years by next month.
3. Exceptions or Things to Pay Attention To:
Some verbs do not use future continuous or perfect forms, especially stative verbs like "know," "believe," or "want."
Example: I will know the answer by tomorrow (not "I will be knowing").
4. Additional Notes:
Common mistakes include confusing "will" and "going to." Use "going to" for plans and intentions, and "will" for decisions made at the moment.
