Ik zal je helpen.
English: I will help you.
- Language
- Dutch
- Level
- A0
- Unit
- Introductie van tijden
- Practice types
- 0
What this grammar point covers
The future simple in Dutch talks about actions or decisions in the future.
When to use it
Use 'zal/zullen' for predictions, promises, and decisions. Use 'gaan' for planned actions.
Key forms
- zal/zullen + infinitief
- zal/zullen + niet + infinitief
- Zal/zullen + onderwerp + infinitief?
- gaan + infinitief (planned future)
Examples
Het zal morgen regenen.
English: It will rain tomorrow.
Zij zullen niet te laat zijn.
English: They won't be late.
Zul je met ons meegaan?
English: Will you come with us?
Tips
- 'Zal' is for ik, jij, hij/zij/het; 'zullen' for wij, jullie, zij.
- Use 'gaan + infinitief' for plans or intentions.
- Negate with 'niet' after the verb.
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