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uyumlu
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be or going to
Which one do we use when we promise something?
I promise mum I will do it later
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I promise mum I am going to do it later |
4 Jul 2011
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Redbull
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Like Either, neither or Ither both can be used......! REDBULL GIVES YOU WINGS YOU KNOW  . |
4 Jul 2011
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douglas
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My tendency is to say "I will.." (it soundsmore firm/convincing)but I can �t back it up with rules.
Douglas |
4 Jul 2011
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blunderbuster
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"will" is a quick, spontaneous decision, "going to" sounds like some reflection has gone into the decision making.
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4 Jul 2011
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yanogator
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I agree with Douglas, as I usually do. The "going to" choice just sounds too wordy, but not wrong. Bruce |
4 Jul 2011
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mima85
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According to the rules, �will � future is used for promises, and �going to � is used for personal plans and intentions. So �I promise mum I will do it later � is correct.
It �s true that �will � is used for sudden decisions, while �going to � is used for something premeditated.
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4 Jul 2011
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mariec
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We use "will" for promises not " be going to"
Have a great week! |
4 Jul 2011
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