Spanish grammar: futuro próximo

What this grammar point covers

The 'futuro próximo' in Spanish is a way to talk about what is going to happen soon or in the near future. It is similar to saying that you are going to do something.

When to use it

Use the 'futuro próximo' to talk about plans, intentions, or actions that will happen soon. It is common in conversations about the near future.

Key forms

• ir (conjugated) + a + infinitive
• Examples:
• Voy a comer.
• Vas a estudiar.

Examples

Tips

• Remember to conjugate 'ir' for the subject (yo voy, tú vas, él/ella va, etc.).
• The verb after 'a' stays in the infinitive form (comer, estudiar, salir, etc.).
• Do not confuse 'futuro próximo' with the simple future tense (comeré, estudiaré, etc.).