|
|
- pronunciation:
- wIl
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
will, wills, willing, would, willed |
| definition 1: |
The word "will" adds the idea of future to the meaning of a verb. When we talk about some action happening in the future, we often use "will" in front of the verb.
The radio says that school will be closed tomorrow because there will be a lot of snow. |
| definition 2: |
When we want to show that someone agrees or is willing to do something, we often use "will" in front of a verb.
Sure, I will help you with that.My brother will let you borrow his bike if you ask him.I tried really hard, but this jar will not open! |
| definition 3: |
We often use "will" in front of a verb when we have just now made a decision to do something.
Well, if you are not going, I will go by myself.They're so cheap? OK, I will take two of those cookies, please. |
| definition 4: |
Sometimes we use "will" when we want to say how much something can hold or to what degree it is able to do something.
This carton will hold six bottles.Be careful! That swing will not hold two people. |
| definition 5: |
We often use "will" before a verb when we promise to do something or we want to make someone feel sure about something happening in the future.
I will give your pencil back after the test. I promise.Don't worry. Your dog will be just fine. |
|
|