I am going to visit my friend.
- Language
- English
- Level
- B1
- Unit
- Verb Tenses
- Practice types
- 0
What this grammar point covers
The 'future with going to' is a way to talk about plans and intentions for the future in English.
When to use it
Use 'going to' when you want to talk about something you have already decided to do, or when something is about to happen based on evidence.
Key forms
- Subject + am/is/are + going to + base verb
- I am going to eat.
- She is going to travel.
- They are going to study.
Examples
She is going to start a new job.
They are going to play football.
Look at those clouds! It is going to rain.
Tips
- Don't forget to use the correct form of 'to be' (am, is, are) before 'going to'.
- Use the base form of the verb after 'going to'.
- Do not use 'will' and 'going to' together.