The
future continuous tense is an important part of the English language just like
the future
indefinite tense. We use it to describe actions that will be
ongoing at a specific point in the future. In this blog, we will discuss the
definition, formation, and usage of the future
continuous tense rules with examples and an exercise to help you practice
and improve your understanding of this important tense.
1. By this time tomorrow, she _____ on her way to Paris.
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Future Continuous Tense Definition
We also call the future continuous tense as the future progressive tense in
English grammar. We use it to indicate an action that will be happening in the
future for a certain period. We commonly use this tense to describe events or
actions that will be in progress at a specific time in the future.
We
also use it to predict that something will be happening over a certain period
of time in the future.
Formation of Future Continuous Tense
We
use the auxiliary verb “Will” to form future
continuous tense sentences. Here “Will” follows “Be” with the present
participle form (V1 + Ing) or (base verb + -Ing. The basic structure is as follows:
Assertive Sentences in
Future Continuous Tense
Subject + will + be + Present Participle (V1 + ING)
Subjects
Will
Be
V1 + ING
I
Will
Be
Learning
They
Will
Be
Writing
Examples of Future Continuous Tense in Affirmative Sentences
Here
are some examples of future continuous tense in affirmative sentences:
1)
She will be working at the new
office next month.
2)
They will be traveling to
Europe during the summer.
3)
At this time tomorrow, I will be
presenting my report to the board.
4)
We will be celebrating our
anniversary in Paris.
Negative Sentences in Future Continuous Tense
Subject + will + Not +be + Present Participle (V1 + ING)
Subjects
Will
Not
Be
V1 + ING
I
Will
Not
Be
Learning
They
Will
Not
Be
Writing
Examples of Future Continuous Tense in Negative Sentences
For
negative sentences, add 'not' between 'will' and 'be.' Here are some Future
continuous tense sentences examples:
1)
I will not be attending the
conference next week.
2)
He will not be playing
basketball this evening.
3)
They will not be studying for
the exam tomorrow.
4)
She will not be watching the
movie with us tonight.
Interrogative
Sentences in Future Continuous Tense
W.H.F + will + Subject + be + Present Participle (V1 + ING)
W.H.F
Will
Subjects
Be
V1 + ING
?
What
Will
You
Be
Learning
?
Why
Will
They
Be
Writing
?
Future Continuous
Tense Examples in Interrogative Sentences
For
interrogative sentences, place 'will' before the subject. Here are some
examples:
1) Will
you be joining us for dinner
tomorrow?
2) How will they be traveling
by train or plane?
3) Why will she be working
late tonight?
4) Where will
Roma be working the next year?
Usage of Future Continuous Tense
The
future continuous tense is used in various situations, such as:
1) To show an action that will be in progress
in the future at a specific time.
2)
To express an ongoing action that will happen in the future as a result of a
current plan or intention.
3)
To predict that something will be happening over a certain period of time in
the future.
4)
To ask politely about someone's future plans.
Fill in the Blanks with the correct form in future
continuous tense exercise.
Complete
the following future continuous tense exercise with answers using the
correct form of the future continuous tense:
1)
At 7 pm tonight, I __________ (cook) dinner.
2)
Next year, they __________ (study) abroad.
3)
She __________ (not, work) tomorrow.
4)
__________ (Neha, join) us for the meeting next Monday?
5)
He __________ (practice) the piano every day next month.
Answer Key to Exercise
1)
At 7 pm tonight, I will be cooking
dinner.
2)
Next year, they will be studying
abroad.
3)
She will not be working
tomorrow.
4) Will Neha be joining us for the meeting next Monday?
5)
He will be practicing the piano
every day next month.
Frequently
asked questions FAQs
Q1.
What is the future continuous tense?
The future
continuous tense is a verb tense used to describe an action that will be
ongoing at a specific time in the future. We form this tense with a modal verb
“Will” followed by “be” and the present participle (V1 + ING).
For example,
The teacher
will be teaching his students.
Q2.
Where can we use the future continuous tense?
The future
continuous tense can be used in a variety of situations, such as:
1. To describe an action that will be ongoing at
a specific time in the future, as mentioned above.
2. To make a prediction about the future based
on present evidence or information.
3. To
describe an action that will be happening for a duration of time in the future.
4. To
describe a planned event or arrangement in the future.
Q3. What is the difference between future
indefinite tense and future continuous tense?
You may
have confusion about the difference between future indefinite tense and future
continuous tense. You can differentiate them here.
We use the
future indefinite tense to describe a future action that will happen, but the
exact time is not specified. We form future indefinite tense sentences as
follows.
All the subjects + Will
+ Present Form (V1)
For
example,
I will eat
pizza tomorrow.
On the
other hand, we use the future continuous tense to describe a future action that
will be ongoing at a specific time. We
use the auxiliary verb “Will” to form future
continuous tense sentences. Here “Will” follows “Be” with the present
participle form (V1 + ING).
All the subject + will + be + Present Participle (V1 + ING)
For example,
She
will be working at the new
office next month.
2. I _____ working on my project all day tomorrow.
3. They _____ their new house next month.
4. This time next week, we _____ in Japan.
5. By the time my father comes, I _____ English.
6. He _____ his exam this time next year.
7. We _____ on vacation in Hawaii next summer.
8. By the time I finish my degree, I _____ for five years.
9. They _____ a party next weekend.
10. She _____ the marathon at this time tomorrow.
11. By next year, he _____ as a doctor in New York.
12. We _____ this movie tonight.
13. They _____ their new house by next month.
14. By this time next week, I _____ my exams.
15. She _____ at the conference all day tomorrow.
16. By the time you wake up, I _____ for hours.
17. They _____ their dream vacation next month.
18. Why _____ a new car by next year?
19. By this time tomorrow, he _____ the final touches on the project
20. When _____ a wedding?
Conclusion
Understanding
and using the future continuous tense
is necessary for effectively displaying actions that will be happening in the
future. By learning the formation and usage of this tense, along with
practicing through exercises, you can improve your English language skills and express yourself more accurately.
Remember
to keep practicing and reviewing, and soon the future continuous tense will
become second nature to you.
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