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future (revision) (present tenses, will, going to
Question | Answer |
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When do we use present simple (I do) for future? | timetables, programmes, fixed plans (fixed like a timetable) |
My train leaves at 11.30. I start my new job on Monday. | |
When do we use present continuous (I am doing) for future? | arrangements |
Alex is getting married next month. | |
When do we use going to for future? | I have decided to do something and I intend to do it. |
She's going to buy a new car. | |
or for talking about near future, e.g.: She's going to bump into him. | |
When do we use will for future? | when we've just decided to do something |
or when we're predicting future, e.g.: Tom will pass those exams. |