The Simple Future tense is often called "Will". (Strictly speaking, the Simple Future tense does not exist, but "will" does exist!)

"Will" is an auxiliary verb. It is used with the main verb which is always the infinitive without 'to'. There is no conjugation. The contraction for "will" is 'll. The contraction for "will not" is won't.

Will for No Plan

We use "will" when there is no plan or decision to do something before we speak. We make the decision spontaneously at the time of speaking. Look at these examples:

• Hold on. I'll get a pen.
• We will see what we can do to help you.
• Maybe we'll stay in and watch television tonight.

In these examples, we had no firm plan before speaking. The decision is made at the time of speaking.

We often use "will" with the verb "to think" before it:

• I think I'll go to the gym tomorrow.
• I think I'll have a holiday next year.
• I don't think I'll buy that car.

Will for Prediction

We often use "will" to make a prediction about the future. Again, there is no firm plan. We are saying what we think will happen. Here are some examples:

• It will rain tomorrow.
• People won't go to Jupiter before the 22nd century.
• Who do you think will get the job?

Will + To Be

When the main verb is "to be", we can use "will" even if we have a firm plan or decision before speaking. Examples:

• I'll be in London tomorrow.
• I'm going shopping. I won't be very long.
• Will you be at work tomorrow?

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