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== Introduction ==
== Introduction ==


In this lesson, we will learn how to express future actions using the French "futur proche" (near future). The "futur proche" is used to talk about actions that will happen in the near future. It is formed by using the verb "aller" (to go) followed by the infinitive form of the main verb. For example, "Je vais manger" means "I am going to eat".
In this lesson, we will learn how to express future actions using the French "futur proche" (near future tense). The "futur proche" is used to talk about events or actions that will happen in the near future. It is formed by combining the verb "aller" (to go) in the present tense with the infinitive form of the main verb. This tense is commonly used in everyday conversations and is essential for basic communication in French. So let's dive in and discover how to express the future in French!


This lesson is part of the larger course titled "Complete 0 to A1 French Course" and is designed for complete beginners who want to reach the A1 level in French proficiency.
== Formation of the Futur Proche ==


== Formation of the Futur Proche ==
The formation of the "futur proche" is quite simple. You only need two elements: the present tense of the verb "aller" (to go) and the infinitive form of the main verb. Here is how it works:


To form the "futur proche", we need to use the present tense of the verb "aller" (to go) followed by the infinitive form of the main verb.
* Subject pronoun + conjugated form of "aller" + infinitive verb


Here is the conjugation of "aller" in the present tense:
Let's take a look at some examples to understand how to form the "futur proche":


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Pronoun !! Conjugation
! French !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Je || vais
| Je vais manger || zhuh veh mahn-zhay || I am going to eat
|-
|-
| Tu || vas
| Tu vas étudier || too vah ay-tu-dyay || You are going to study
|-
|-
| Il/Elle/On || va
| Il/Elle/On va partir || eel/el/ohn vah par-teer || He/She/One is going to leave
|-
|-
| Nous || allons
| Nous allons regarder || noo-zah-lohn ruh-gar-day || We are going to watch
|-
|-
| Vous || allez
| Vous allez venir || voo zah-lay vuh-neer || You are going to come
|-
|-
| Ils/Elles || vont
| Ils/Elles vont parler || eel/el vont par-lay || They are going to speak
|}
|}


To express the future action, we add the infinitive form of the main verb after the conjugated form of "aller".
As you can see, "aller" is conjugated according to the subject pronoun, and the infinitive verb remains unchanged. This makes the "futur proche" relatively easy to form. Now let's explore how to use it in different contexts.
 
== Usage of the Futur Proche ==
 
The "futur proche" is used to express actions that will happen in the near future. It is often used when talking about plans, intentions, or predictions. Here are some common situations in which the "futur proche" is used:


For example:
=== 1. Plans and Intentions ===
* "Je vais manger" - I am going to eat
* "Tu vas lire" - You are going to read
* "Il va partir" - He is going to leave
* "Nous allons étudier" - We are going to study
* "Vous allez dormir" - You are going to sleep
* "Ils vont chanter" - They are going to sing


== Usage of the Futur Proche ==
When talking about future plans and intentions, the "futur proche" is frequently used. It allows you to express what you are going to do or what you intend to do. For example:
 
* Je vais aller au cinéma ce soir. (I am going to go to the cinema tonight.)
* Nous allons visiter Paris pendant les vacances. (We are going to visit Paris during the holidays.)
 
In these examples, the "futur proche" is used to talk about specific plans or intentions for the future.
 
=== 2. Predictions ===
 
The "futur proche" can also be used to make predictions or assumptions about the future. While it may not be as common as other future tenses, it can still be used in this context. For example:
 
* Il va pleuvoir demain. (It is going to rain tomorrow.)
* Ils vont gagner le match. (They are going to win the game.)
 
In these examples, the "futur proche" is used to predict or assume future events.
 
=== 3. Immediate Future ===
 
Another common use of the "futur proche" is to talk about actions that will happen in the immediate future, or actions that are about to happen. For example:
 
* Attends, je vais t'aider. (Wait, I am going to help you.)
* J'arrive, je vais ouvrir la porte. (I'm coming, I'm going to open the door.)


The "futur proche" is used to talk about actions that will happen in the near future. It is often used when making plans or predictions.
In these examples, the "futur proche" is used to indicate actions that will happen very soon.


Here are some examples:
== Exceptions and Irregular Verbs ==


* Making plans:
While the formation of the "futur proche" is generally straightforward, there are a few exceptions and irregular verbs that you should be aware of. Here are some examples:
** "Je vais faire du shopping demain" - I am going shopping tomorrow
** "Nous allons visiter Paris pendant les vacances" - We are going to visit Paris during the holidays


* Predictions:
* Aller (to go) - Je vais, tu vas, il/elle/on va, nous allons, vous allez, ils/elles vont
** "Il va pleuvoir demain" - It is going to rain tomorrow
* Avoir (to have) - J'ai, tu as, il/elle/on a, nous avons, vous avez, ils/elles ont
** "Elle va réussir son examen" - She is going to pass her exam
* Être (to be) - Je suis, tu es, il/elle/on est, nous sommes, vous êtes, ils/elles sont
* Faire (to do/make) - Je fais, tu fais, il/elle/on fait, nous faisons, vous faites, ils/elles font
* Pouvoir (can) - Je peux, tu peux, il/elle/on peut, nous pouvons, vous pouvez, ils/elles peuvent
* Savoir (to know) - Je sais, tu sais, il/elle/on sait, nous savons, vous savez, ils/elles savent
* Venir (to come) - Je viens, tu viens, il/elle/on vient, nous venons, vous venez, ils/elles viennent


* Intentions:
These verbs have irregular conjugations in the present tense of "aller" and therefore have irregular forms in the "futur proche" as well. It's important to familiarize yourself with these irregularities and practice using them in context.
** "Je vais travailler dur pour réussir" - I am going to work hard to succeed
** "Tu vas essayer de comprendre" - You are going to try to understand


== Exceptions and Irregularities ==
== Examples and Practice ==


While the formation of the "futur proche" is quite straightforward, there are a few exceptions and irregularities to be aware of.
Now that you understand how to form and use the "futur proche", let's practice with some examples. Try to translate the following sentences into French using the "futur proche":


1. Reflexive Verbs:
1. I am going to study French tomorrow.
When using reflexive verbs in the "futur proche", the reflexive pronoun is placed before the conjugated form of "aller". For example:
2. Are you going to travel to France next week?
* "Je vais me lever tôt" - I am going to wake up early
3. She is going to buy a new car.
* "Ils vont se reposer après le travail" - They are going to rest after work
4. We are going to have dinner at the restaurant tonight.
5. They are going to watch a movie this weekend.


2. Verbs ending in -eler and -eter:
Take your time and think about the correct formation of the "futur proche" for each sentence. Once you have your answers, you can check them below:
Verbs ending in -eler and -eter undergo a spelling change in the second and third person singular forms of the present tense of "aller". The letter "l" is doubled in -eler verbs, and the letter "t" is doubled in -eter verbs. For example:
* "Tu vas appeler" - You are going to call
* "Il jette" - He is going to throw


3. Verbs with irregular conjugations:
1. Je vais étudier le français demain.
Some verbs have irregular conjugations in the present tense of "aller". Here are a few examples:
2. Est-ce que tu vas voyager en France la semaine prochaine?
* "Je vais venir" - I am going to come
3. Elle va acheter une nouvelle voiture.
* "Tu vas pouvoir" - You are going to be able to
4. Nous allons dîner au restaurant ce soir.
* "Elle va devoir" - She is going to have to
5. Ils vont regarder un film ce week-end.
* "Nous allons vouloir" - We are going to want


== Summary ==
Congratulations! You are now able to express future actions using the "futur proche" in French. Keep practicing and using this tense in different contexts to reinforce your understanding.


In this lesson, we have learned how to express future actions using the French "futur proche". We have seen that it is formed by using the present tense of "aller" followed by the infinitive form of the main verb. The "futur proche" is used to talk about actions that will happen in the near future, such as making plans or predictions. We have also learned about a few exceptions and irregularities in the formation of the "futur proche".
== Conclusion ==


Continue practicing the "futur proche" to become more comfortable with its usage and to expand your ability to talk about future actions in French.
In this lesson, we have learned how to express future actions using the French "futur proche". We have seen how to form this tense by combining the present tense of "aller" with the infinitive form of the main verb. We have also explored different contexts in which the "futur proche" is commonly used, such as plans, intentions, predictions, and immediate future actions. Additionally, we have discussed exceptions and irregular verbs in the formation of the "futur proche". By practicing and using this tense in various situations, you will become more confident in expressing future actions in French. Keep up the good work!


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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will learn how to express future actions using the French "futur proche" (near future tense). The "futur proche" is used to talk about events or actions that will happen in the near future. It is formed by combining the verb "aller" (to go) in the present tense with the infinitive form of the main verb. This tense is commonly used in everyday conversations and is essential for basic communication in French. So let's dive in and discover how to express the future in French!

Formation of the Futur Proche[edit | edit source]

The formation of the "futur proche" is quite simple. You only need two elements: the present tense of the verb "aller" (to go) and the infinitive form of the main verb. Here is how it works:

  • Subject pronoun + conjugated form of "aller" + infinitive verb

Let's take a look at some examples to understand how to form the "futur proche":

French Pronunciation English
Je vais manger zhuh veh mahn-zhay I am going to eat
Tu vas étudier too vah ay-tu-dyay You are going to study
Il/Elle/On va partir eel/el/ohn vah par-teer He/She/One is going to leave
Nous allons regarder noo-zah-lohn ruh-gar-day We are going to watch
Vous allez venir voo zah-lay vuh-neer You are going to come
Ils/Elles vont parler eel/el vont par-lay They are going to speak

As you can see, "aller" is conjugated according to the subject pronoun, and the infinitive verb remains unchanged. This makes the "futur proche" relatively easy to form. Now let's explore how to use it in different contexts.

Usage of the Futur Proche[edit | edit source]

The "futur proche" is used to express actions that will happen in the near future. It is often used when talking about plans, intentions, or predictions. Here are some common situations in which the "futur proche" is used:

1. Plans and Intentions[edit | edit source]

When talking about future plans and intentions, the "futur proche" is frequently used. It allows you to express what you are going to do or what you intend to do. For example:

  • Je vais aller au cinéma ce soir. (I am going to go to the cinema tonight.)
  • Nous allons visiter Paris pendant les vacances. (We are going to visit Paris during the holidays.)

In these examples, the "futur proche" is used to talk about specific plans or intentions for the future.

2. Predictions[edit | edit source]

The "futur proche" can also be used to make predictions or assumptions about the future. While it may not be as common as other future tenses, it can still be used in this context. For example:

  • Il va pleuvoir demain. (It is going to rain tomorrow.)
  • Ils vont gagner le match. (They are going to win the game.)

In these examples, the "futur proche" is used to predict or assume future events.

3. Immediate Future[edit | edit source]

Another common use of the "futur proche" is to talk about actions that will happen in the immediate future, or actions that are about to happen. For example:

  • Attends, je vais t'aider. (Wait, I am going to help you.)
  • J'arrive, je vais ouvrir la porte. (I'm coming, I'm going to open the door.)

In these examples, the "futur proche" is used to indicate actions that will happen very soon.

Exceptions and Irregular Verbs[edit | edit source]

While the formation of the "futur proche" is generally straightforward, there are a few exceptions and irregular verbs that you should be aware of. Here are some examples:

  • Aller (to go) - Je vais, tu vas, il/elle/on va, nous allons, vous allez, ils/elles vont
  • Avoir (to have) - J'ai, tu as, il/elle/on a, nous avons, vous avez, ils/elles ont
  • Être (to be) - Je suis, tu es, il/elle/on est, nous sommes, vous êtes, ils/elles sont
  • Faire (to do/make) - Je fais, tu fais, il/elle/on fait, nous faisons, vous faites, ils/elles font
  • Pouvoir (can) - Je peux, tu peux, il/elle/on peut, nous pouvons, vous pouvez, ils/elles peuvent
  • Savoir (to know) - Je sais, tu sais, il/elle/on sait, nous savons, vous savez, ils/elles savent
  • Venir (to come) - Je viens, tu viens, il/elle/on vient, nous venons, vous venez, ils/elles viennent

These verbs have irregular conjugations in the present tense of "aller" and therefore have irregular forms in the "futur proche" as well. It's important to familiarize yourself with these irregularities and practice using them in context.

Examples and Practice[edit | edit source]

Now that you understand how to form and use the "futur proche", let's practice with some examples. Try to translate the following sentences into French using the "futur proche":

1. I am going to study French tomorrow. 2. Are you going to travel to France next week? 3. She is going to buy a new car. 4. We are going to have dinner at the restaurant tonight. 5. They are going to watch a movie this weekend.

Take your time and think about the correct formation of the "futur proche" for each sentence. Once you have your answers, you can check them below:

1. Je vais étudier le français demain. 2. Est-ce que tu vas voyager en France la semaine prochaine? 3. Elle va acheter une nouvelle voiture. 4. Nous allons dîner au restaurant ce soir. 5. Ils vont regarder un film ce week-end.

Congratulations! You are now able to express future actions using the "futur proche" in French. Keep practicing and using this tense in different contexts to reinforce your understanding.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we have learned how to express future actions using the French "futur proche". We have seen how to form this tense by combining the present tense of "aller" with the infinitive form of the main verb. We have also explored different contexts in which the "futur proche" is commonly used, such as plans, intentions, predictions, and immediate future actions. Additionally, we have discussed exceptions and irregular verbs in the formation of the "futur proche". By practicing and using this tense in various situations, you will become more confident in expressing future actions in French. Keep up the good work!

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Videos[edit | edit source]

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