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Learning English Grammar
Will, going to, might
Mar 26, 2024
Finn and Catherine discuss the future by exploring the use of 'will,' 'going to,' 'might,' and 'be likely to' for expressing future events. They delve into conveying future certainty and uncertainty in English, and provide insights on asking questions using these phrases. The episode concludes with a focus on the correct usage of modal verbs through quiz questions.
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- 'Going to' is preferred when something is certain due to present circumstances.
- 'Might' is used for future uncertainty while 'be likely to' indicates a bit more certainty.
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Different Phrases for Talking About the Future
The podcast episode discusses four different phrases used to talk about the future: will, going to, might, and be likely to. It explains when to use each phrase, the forms they take, and highlights distinctions between them. For instance, 'will' and 'going to' can often be used interchangeably, but 'going to' is preferred when something is certain due to present circumstances.
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