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Mastering Future Plans in English: “Going to” Grammar Tutorial with Interactive Practice (B1 Level)
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July 28, 2025
Future Plans with "Going to" (B1 Grammar Tutorial – LingExam)
What does “going to” mean?
We use "going to" to talk about future plans and intentions. It helps you describe what you have already decided to do. For example, if you have tickets for a trip or you want to tell your friends about your plans, “going to” is the perfect choice!
Look at Jack’s story:
Jack is going to visit Paris next month. He’s very excited because it’s his first time in France. He is going to stay in a small hotel near the Eiffel Tower. He’s going to try French food and take many photos. He has already booked a city tour. He’s also going to meet an old friend who lives in Paris. They’re going to walk by the Seine River and visit museums. Jack is learning a few French words before the trip. He’s going to pack his bags next week. It’s going to be a great adventure!
We use "going to" to talk about future plans and intentions. It helps you describe what you have already decided to do. For example, if you have tickets for a trip or you want to tell your friends about your plans, “going to” is the perfect choice!
Look at Jack’s story:
Jack is going to visit Paris next month. He’s very excited because it’s his first time in France. He is going to stay in a small hotel near the Eiffel Tower. He’s going to try French food and take many photos. He has already booked a city tour. He’s also going to meet an old friend who lives in Paris. They’re going to walk by the Seine River and visit museums. Jack is learning a few French words before the trip. He’s going to pack his bags next week. It’s going to be a great adventure!
How to Use “Going to” for Future Plans – Step by Step
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What is “going to”?
“Going to” + base verb describes a plan or intention for the future.
Jack is going to visit Paris.
“Going to” + base verb describes a plan or intention for the future.
Jack is going to visit Paris.
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Forming positive sentences:
Subject + am/is/are + going to + base verb
I am going to travel.
He is going to eat.
They are going to walk.
Subject + am/is/are + going to + base verb
I am going to travel.
He is going to eat.
They are going to walk.
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When do we use “going to”?
Use it for planned actions or things you have already decided.
I’m going to visit my friend next week.
Use it for planned actions or things you have already decided.
I’m going to visit my friend next week.
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Using time expressions:
We often use “going to” with words like next, tomorrow, this weekend.
She’s going to start her new job tomorrow.
We often use “going to” with words like next, tomorrow, this weekend.
She’s going to start her new job tomorrow.
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Short forms:
In conversation, we use contractions:
I’m going to…, He’s going to…, We’re going to…
In conversation, we use contractions:
I’m going to…, He’s going to…, We’re going to…
Examples from Jack’s Plan:
Jack is going to visit Paris next month.
He’s going to stay in a hotel near the Eiffel Tower.
He’s going to try French food.
He’s going to stay in a hotel near the Eiffel Tower.
He’s going to try French food.
Practice Exercise 1: Future Plans with “Going to”
Choose the correct answer for each sentence. Instantly see a full explanation after you select an option. These questions check your understanding of the main “going to” steps!
Making Questions & Negatives with “Going to”
What if you want to ask about a plan or say you do NOT have a plan?
Learning to use questions and negatives with “going to” is super useful in real conversations! Here’s how you do it step by step.
Learning to use questions and negatives with “going to” is super useful in real conversations! Here’s how you do it step by step.
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Forming Questions with “Going to”:
The structure is:
Am / Is / Are + subject + going to + base verb ...?
Are you going to visit Paris?
Is Jack going to meet his friend?
Are they going to stay in a hotel?
The structure is:
Am / Is / Are + subject + going to + base verb ...?
Are you going to visit Paris?
Is Jack going to meet his friend?
Are they going to stay in a hotel?
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Short answers to questions:
Yes, I am. No, I’m not.
Yes, he is. No, she isn’t.
Yes, we are. No, they aren’t.
Yes, I am. No, I’m not.
Yes, he is. No, she isn’t.
Yes, we are. No, they aren’t.
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Forming Negatives with “Going to”:
The structure is:
Subject + am / is / are + not + going to + base verb
I’m not going to travel this year.
Jack isn’t going to take many photos.
They aren’t going to eat snails.
The structure is:
Subject + am / is / are + not + going to + base verb
I’m not going to travel this year.
Jack isn’t going to take many photos.
They aren’t going to eat snails.
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Common contractions in speech:
I’m not = I am not
isn’t = is not
aren’t = are not
Native speakers nearly always use contractions!
I’m not = I am not
isn’t = is not
aren’t = are not
Native speakers nearly always use contractions!
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Tip: Use “going to” questions and negatives for real, decided plans, not guesses!
Real-life Examples:
Are you going to take photos in Paris?
Yes, I am.
Is Jack going to stay in a hotel?
Yes, he is.
They aren’t going to walk by the river.
Yes, I am.
Is Jack going to stay in a hotel?
Yes, he is.
They aren’t going to walk by the river.
Practice Exercise 2: Questions & Negatives with “Going to”
Choose the correct answer for each sentence. Instantly review the answer key and detailed explanation after each choice. These questions cover how to ask and answer about plans and how to use negatives!
“Going to” for Predictions & Real-Life Usage
Did you know?
We use “going to” not just for plans, but also to make predictions about the future, especially when there is clear evidence or something is about to happen!
We use “going to” not just for plans, but also to make predictions about the future, especially when there is clear evidence or something is about to happen!
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What is a prediction?
It is when you guess what will happen in the future, often because of something you can see or know now.
It is when you guess what will happen in the future, often because of something you can see or know now.
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How do we use “going to” for predictions?
The structure is the same:
am / is / are + going to + base verb
Use it when you see signs, clues, or have evidence.
Look at those dark clouds. It’s going to rain.
The structure is the same:
am / is / are + going to + base verb
Use it when you see signs, clues, or have evidence.
Look at those dark clouds. It’s going to rain.
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Examples of predictions with “going to”:
He’s going to be late. (The bus is stuck in traffic.)
You’re going to love Paris! (You know the person well.)
That ice is very thin. It’s going to break.
He’s going to be late. (The bus is stuck in traffic.)
You’re going to love Paris! (You know the person well.)
That ice is very thin. It’s going to break.
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“Going to” for Real Life:
Use “going to” for predictions and plans in your daily conversations about travel, study, and more.
What are you going to do this weekend?
Use “going to” for predictions and plans in your daily conversations about travel, study, and more.
What are you going to do this weekend?
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Pro Tip:
If you can see something is about to happen, use “going to”!
Look out! You’re going to spill your drink!
Look out! You’re going to spill your drink!
Real-Life Examples:
Jack is going to have a great time in Paris.
(You know because he’s so excited and has many plans!)
The traffic is heavy. We’re going to arrive late.
(There’s clear evidence from what you see.)
She’s going to enjoy the food.
(You know she loves French food!)
(You know because he’s so excited and has many plans!)
The traffic is heavy. We’re going to arrive late.
(There’s clear evidence from what you see.)
She’s going to enjoy the food.
(You know she loves French food!)
Practice Exercise 3: Predictions & Real-Life Usage with “Going to”
Choose the correct answer for each sentence. Get instant answer keys with deep explanations for each choice—practice using “going to” for predictions and real-life future facts!
More Expressions & Daily Tips with “Going to”
Ready for real life?
Here are some extra phrases, patterns, and tips for sounding natural when talking about the future with “going to”. Try using them in your daily English!
Here are some extra phrases, patterns, and tips for sounding natural when talking about the future with “going to”. Try using them in your daily English!
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Other ways to say “going to” (informal):
In conversation, people often say gonna.
I’m gonna visit Paris next year. She’s gonna call you later.
Note: “Gonna” is only for speaking and very informal writing!
In conversation, people often say gonna.
I’m gonna visit Paris next year. She’s gonna call you later.
Note: “Gonna” is only for speaking and very informal writing!
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Asking about other people’s plans:
What are you going to do after class?
Are they going to join us tonight?
What are you going to do after class?
Are they going to join us tonight?
Making suggestions with “going to”:
Let’s see what we’re going to eat!
Let’s see what we’re going to eat!
Talking about changes:
It’s going to be different this year.
It’s going to be different this year.
Top tips for sounding natural:
✔ Use contractions: I’m, he’s, they’re going to
✔ Use “gonna” when speaking quickly
✔ Combine with time expressions: next week, soon, in a minute
✔ Use contractions: I’m, he’s, they’re going to
✔ Use “gonna” when speaking quickly
✔ Combine with time expressions: next week, soon, in a minute
Real-Life Dialogues & Usage:
Alex: What are you going to do this weekend?
Jack: I’m gonna visit a museum and eat lots of French food!
Sara: Are you going to watch the movie?
Ben: No, I’m not. I’m going to study.
Ella: It’s very cloudy. Do you think it’s going to rain?
Tom: Yes, it is. You should take an umbrella!
Jack: I’m gonna visit a museum and eat lots of French food!
Sara: Are you going to watch the movie?
Ben: No, I’m not. I’m going to study.
Ella: It’s very cloudy. Do you think it’s going to rain?
Tom: Yes, it is. You should take an umbrella!
Practice Exercise 4: More Expressions & Tips with “Going to”
Choose the best answer for each situation. Get instant answers and detailed explanations about everyday “going to” expressions!
Everyday Mistakes & Common Confusions with “Going to”
Avoid the traps!
Here are the mistakes learners often make with “going to”. Read the tips and examples, and you’ll sound more natural and accurate every day!
Here are the mistakes learners often make with “going to”. Read the tips and examples, and you’ll sound more natural and accurate every day!
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1. Missing “am / is / are”:
Incorrect: I going to travel.
Correct: I’m going to travel.
Tip: Never forget the “be” verb!
Incorrect: I going to travel.
Correct: I’m going to travel.
Tip: Never forget the “be” verb!
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2. Double future (using “will” and “going to” together):
Incorrect: I will going to call you.
Correct: I’m going to call you.
Tip: Choose “will” or “going to”—not both!
Incorrect: I will going to call you.
Correct: I’m going to call you.
Tip: Choose “will” or “going to”—not both!
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3. Wrong subject-verb agreement:
Incorrect: He are going to help.
Correct: He is going to help.
Tip: Use “am” with I, “is” with he/she/it, “are” with you/we/they.
Incorrect: He are going to help.
Correct: He is going to help.
Tip: Use “am” with I, “is” with he/she/it, “are” with you/we/they.
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4. Forgetting contractions in conversation:
Use: I’m going to, He’s going to, They’re going to
Tip: Contractions make your English sound natural and friendly!
Use: I’m going to, He’s going to, They’re going to
Tip: Contractions make your English sound natural and friendly!
5. Confusing “going to” with the present continuous:
I’m going to eat lunch. (Future plan)
I’m eating lunch now. (Happening now)
Tip: Use “going to” for plans/future, and present continuous for “right now.”
I’m going to eat lunch. (Future plan)
I’m eating lunch now. (Happening now)
Tip: Use “going to” for plans/future, and present continuous for “right now.”
Mistake Correction Practice:
Incorrect: She going to meet her friend.
Correct: She’s going to meet her friend.
Incorrect: We will going to travel.
Correct: We’re going to travel.
Incorrect: They is going to call you.
Correct: They are going to call you.
Correct: She’s going to meet her friend.
Incorrect: We will going to travel.
Correct: We’re going to travel.
Incorrect: They is going to call you.
Correct: They are going to call you.
Practice Exercise 5: Mistakes & Common Confusions with “Going to”
Read each sentence and choose the correct answer or correction. Instantly see the answer key with deep explanation after each choice!
Review & Pronunciation Tips for “Going to”
Let’s put it all together!
Here is a review of the most important points about “going to” and some pronunciation tips to help you sound more natural and fluent.
Here is a review of the most important points about “going to” and some pronunciation tips to help you sound more natural and fluent.
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“Going to” Review:
Subject + am/is/are + going to + base verb
Used for plans, intentions, and predictions based on evidence.
Example: I’m going to learn French.
Subject + am/is/are + going to + base verb
Used for plans, intentions, and predictions based on evidence.
Example: I’m going to learn French.
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Negatives:
Subject + am/is/are + not + going to + base verb
Example: She isn’t going to travel this year.
Subject + am/is/are + not + going to + base verb
Example: She isn’t going to travel this year.
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Questions:
Am/Is/Are + subject + going to + base verb?
Example: Are you going to eat out tonight?
Am/Is/Are + subject + going to + base verb?
Example: Are you going to eat out tonight?
Pronunciation: “Gonna”
Native speakers often say “gonna” (pronounced: /ˈɡɒnə/).
I’m gonna go. / He’s gonna help.
Remember: Use “gonna” only in informal speech, not in exams or formal writing!
Native speakers often say “gonna” (pronounced: /ˈɡɒnə/).
I’m gonna go. / He’s gonna help.
Remember: Use “gonna” only in informal speech, not in exams or formal writing!
Intonation and Stress:
In “going to,” the stress is usually on “going.”
Example: I’m GOing to see her.
Practice speaking “going to” in full sentences for fluency.
In “going to,” the stress is usually on “going.”
Example: I’m GOing to see her.
Practice speaking “going to” in full sentences for fluency.
Listen & Repeat:
Say these out loud:
She’s going to travel.
We’re gonna eat soon.
Are you going to visit Paris?
Say these out loud:
She’s going to travel.
We’re gonna eat soon.
Are you going to visit Paris?
Mini-Dialogue for Pronunciation:
Anna: Are you going to call me tonight?
Tom: Yes, I’m gonna call you after dinner!
Anna: Great! I’m going to make some tea.
Tom: I’m gonna bring cake!
Tip: Repeat these sentences for natural rhythm!
Tom: Yes, I’m gonna call you after dinner!
Anna: Great! I’m going to make some tea.
Tom: I’m gonna bring cake!
Tip: Repeat these sentences for natural rhythm!
Practice Exercise 6: Pronunciation & Review for “Going to”
Choose the correct answer for each question. Practice the grammar, meaning, and natural pronunciation of “going to” and “gonna” with instant feedback!
Everyday Speaking: “Going to” in Real Conversations
Let’s talk like a native!
Here are sample dialogues and conversation tips to help you use “going to” naturally every day. Try reading them out loud, and notice how speakers use contractions, time expressions, and “gonna” in fast speech!
Here are sample dialogues and conversation tips to help you use “going to” naturally every day. Try reading them out loud, and notice how speakers use contractions, time expressions, and “gonna” in fast speech!
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Conversation Tip:
Ask about plans and intentions:
What are you going to do tonight?
Are you going to see your friend?
Ask about plans and intentions:
What are you going to do tonight?
Are you going to see your friend?
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Conversation Tip:
Use contractions and “gonna” in casual speech:
I’m gonna relax at home.
He’s going to play football.
Use contractions and “gonna” in casual speech:
I’m gonna relax at home.
He’s going to play football.
Conversation Tip:
Give reasons for your plans:
I’m going to study because I have a test tomorrow.
Give reasons for your plans:
I’m going to study because I have a test tomorrow.
Conversation Tip:
Use “going to” for predictions in daily talk:
It’s going to rain, look at those clouds!
Use “going to” for predictions in daily talk:
It’s going to rain, look at those clouds!
Practice with a friend:
Take turns asking and answering about future plans. Use “going to” and try to include contractions and “gonna” for natural speech!
Take turns asking and answering about future plans. Use “going to” and try to include contractions and “gonna” for natural speech!
Model Dialogues:
Dialogue 1
Emma: What are you going to do this weekend?
Liam: I’m gonna visit my grandparents.
Emma: That sounds fun! Are you going to stay long?
Liam: No, I’m going to come back on Sunday.
Dialogue 2
Alice: Is Jack going to try French food in Paris?
Tom: Yes, he is! He’s going to eat at a famous café.
Alice: I think he’s going to love it.
Tip: Repeat the dialogues out loud for better fluency!
Emma: What are you going to do this weekend?
Liam: I’m gonna visit my grandparents.
Emma: That sounds fun! Are you going to stay long?
Liam: No, I’m going to come back on Sunday.
Dialogue 2
Alice: Is Jack going to try French food in Paris?
Tom: Yes, he is! He’s going to eat at a famous café.
Alice: I think he’s going to love it.
Tip: Repeat the dialogues out loud for better fluency!
Practice Exercise 7: Everyday Speaking with “Going to”
Choose the best answer for each question. Practice “going to” in natural dialogues and real-life situations—get instant feedback and explanations!
🎯 Final Quiz: Future Plans with “Going to”
Test yourself! 10 questions are randomly selected from a bank of 30.
After each answer, you’ll see an instant, detailed explanation.
Click “Retake Quiz” for new questions or “Review Quiz” to see all correct answers.
After each answer, you’ll see an instant, detailed explanation.
Click “Retake Quiz” for new questions or “Review Quiz” to see all correct answers.
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