Simple Future Tense Structure/Formula

Introduction

In this chapter, we will take a look at the general structure or formula of the Simple Future Tense with lots of examples. We will also cover the structure or formula for all the Simple Future Tense sentence types, such as Positive, Negative, Interrogative, and Interrogative Positive sentence types.

What is Simple Future Tense?

The simple future tense is used to indicate actions that will occur in the future. It is often used to make predictions, state intentions, or express decisions that will happen after the current moment.

General Structure/Formula

[Subject] + [will/shall] + [Base form of Verb] + [Object]

Examples

Types of Sentences

1. Positive Sentences

Positive sentences state that something will happen in the future.

Structure:

• Subject + will/shall + base form of the verb + Object

Examples:

2. Negative Sentences

Negative sentences state that something will not happen in the future.

Structure:

• Subject + will/shall + not + base form of the verb + Object

Examples:

3. Interrogative Sentences

Interrogative sentences ask questions about actions that will happen in the future.

Structure:

• Will/Shall + Subject + base form of the verb + Object?

Examples:

4. Interrogative Negative Sentences

Interrogative negative sentences ask negative questions about actions that will happen in the future.

Structure:

• Will/Shall + Subject + not + base form of the verb + Object?

Examples:

Real-Life Examples

Affirmative Sentences:

• “She will visit her grandparents next week.”
• “They will watch the new movie.”
• “He will write a letter to his friend.”

Negative Sentences:

• “I will not go to the party.”
• “We shall not see the eclipse.”
• “She will not finish her homework.”

Interrogative Sentences:

• “Will you travel to Japan?”
• “Will he pass the exam?”
• “Will they play soccer?”

Interrogative Negative Sentences:

• “Will you not attend the meeting?”
• “Will she not complete the task?”
• “Will they not arrive on time?”

Summary Table for Types of Sentences

Here is a summary table to help understand the different types of sentences in the simple future tense:

Understanding and practicing these structures will help you effectively use the simple future tense to communicate actions that will happen in the future.