- going to for plans already decided, and predictions based on what we can see: Look at those clouds — it's going to rain.
- will for decisions made now, promises, offers and general predictions: I'll help you. I think she'll win.
- The present continuous is used for fixed arrangements: I'm seeing the dentist at 4.
| will | going to |
|---|---|
| I'll call you later. (promise) | I'm going to call the bank. (plan) |
| I think it will be sunny. | Look! It's going to fall! |
| The phone's ringing — I'll get it. | We're going to buy a house. |
Examples
- I'll have the soup, please.decision now
- We're going to visit Scotland in May.plan
- Careful! You're going to drop it!evidence now
- I promise I won't be late.promise, negative
✅ Exercises
9 exercises: choose the right answer or type the missing word. Score 70% to complete the topic.