How to Use "Aller" in the Future Tense
The verb "aller" (to go) is one of the most common and useful verbs in French. Knowing how to use it in the future tense can greatly enhance your ability to discuss plans and intentions. Let's explore how to conjugate and use "aller" in the future tense.
Conjugation of "Aller" in Future Tense
The future tense of "aller" is irregular, but follows a pattern once you know the stem. Here's the conjugation:
- Je irai (I will go)
- Tu iras (You will go - singular/informal)
- Il/Elle/On ira (He/She/One will go)
- Nous irons (We will go)
- Vous irez (You will go - plural/formal)
- Ils/Elles iront (They will go)
Usage Examples
Here are some examples to help you understand how to use "aller" in the future tense:
- "Demain, j'irai au cinéma." (Tomorrow, I will go to the cinema.)
- "Le mois prochain, nous irons en France." (Next month, we will go to France.)
- "Est-ce que tu iras à la fête ce weekend ?" (Will you go to the party this weekend?)
Common Phrases
Some common phrases using "aller" in the future tense include:
- "Ça ira" (It will be okay)
- "On verra bien" (We'll see)
- "Tout ira bien" (Everything will be fine)
Remember, the future tense of "aller" is often used to express intentions or predictions about future actions. Practice using these forms in your French conversations to become more fluent in discussing future plans.