Future Simple Tense

1. Forms of the Future Simple Tense with “Will”

The Future Simple Tense with “will” has three main forms: affirmative, negative, and interrogative.

A. Affirmative Form

Structure: Subject + will + base verb

• I will walk to the store later.
• You will play video games this weekend.
• He will study for his exams next week.
• She will call you tomorrow.
• It will rain soon.
• We will travel to Japan next year.
• You will listen to music at the party.
• They will read that book tomorrow.

B. Negative Form

Structure: Subject + will not (won’t) + base verb

• I will not (won’t) walk to the store today.
• You will not (won’t) play video games tonight.
• He will not (won’t) study this weekend.
• She will not (won’t) call you later.
• It will not (won’t) rain tomorrow.
• We will not (won’t) travel this year.
• You will not (won’t) listen to music tonight.
• They will not (won’t) read that book now.

C. Interrogative Form

Structure: Will + subject + base verb?

• Will I walk to the store later?
• Will you play video games this weekend?
• Will he study for his exams soon?
• Will she call me tomorrow?
• Will it rain tonight?
• Will we travel next month?
• Will you listen to music at the event?
• Will they read that book later?

2. Usages of the Future Simple Tense with “Will”

A. Spontaneous Decisions

Use “will” when you make a decision at the moment of speaking.

• I’m thirsty; I will get some water.
• This looks delicious; I will try a piece.
• I will call you when I finish my work.
• The door is open! I will close it.
• I forgot my pen; I will borrow one.
• I will make some coffee; would you like some?
• I will check my calendar and let you know.
• We will order food if the fridge is empty.
• I will join you for the game after dinner.
• This book sounds interesting; I will read it.

B. Predictions

Use “will” to express opinions, beliefs, or expectations about the future.

• It will rain later; the sky looks cloudy.
• The price will go up soon; demand is high.
• She will succeed; she’s very dedicated.
• This movie will be a hit; everyone’s excited.
• They will do great in the interview.
• I think cars will be self-driving in the future.
• Housing prices will increase next year.
• Technology will advance rapidly.
• People will travel to Mars one day.
• The event will attract many visitors.

C. Promises

Use “will” to express commitments or assurances about the future.

• I promise I will always be there for you.
• I will call you as soon as I reach home.
• I will send you the report tomorrow.
• We will win this game for sure.
• I will help you with the presentation.
• I will clean up after the party.
• I will cook dinner for us tonight.
• I will drive you to the station tomorrow.
• I will finish the assignment by the deadline.

D. Offers and Requests

Use “will” to make polite offers or ask for help.

• I will bring you a drink.
• I will bake cookies for the party.
• I will give you a call later.
• Will you help me with this task?
• Will you play a game with me?
• I will help you clean up.
• I will set the table for dinner.
• Will you send the letter for me?
• I will make a cake for your birthday.
• I will drive you home.