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Business English Grammar Will or Going to

Posted on September 22, 2019October 5, 2020 by admin
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When we want to talk about future facts or things we believe to be true about the future, we use ‘will’.

  • The President will serve for four years.
  • The boss won’t be very happy.
  • I’m sure you’ll like her.
  • I’m certain he’ll do a good job.

If we are not so certain about the future, we use ‘will’ with expressions such as ‘probably’, ‘possibly’, ‘I think’, ‘I hope’.

  • I hope you’ll visit me in my home one day.
  • She’ll probably be a great success.
  • I’ll possibly come but I may not get back in time.
  • I think we’ll get on well.

If you are making a future prediction based on evidence in the present situation, use ‘going to’.

  • Not a cloud in the sky. It’s going to be another warm day.
  • Look at the queue. We’re not going to get in for hours.
  • The traffic is terrible. We’re going to miss our flight.
  • Be careful! You’re going to spill your coffee.

At the moment of making a decision, use ‘will’. Once you have made the decision, talk about it using ‘going to’. 

  • I’ll call Jenny to let her know. Sarah, I need Jenny’s number. I’m going to call her about the meeting. 
  • I’ll come and have a drink with you but I must let Harry know. Harry, I’m going to have a drink with Simon.

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