Tip:
- We use will for prediction when we have no real evidence: "It will rain tomorrow." (It's my feeling but I can't be sure.)
- We use going to for prediction when there is some real evidence: "It's going to rain." (There's a big, black cloud in the sky and if it doesn't rain I'll be very surprised.)
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Intention
We use the special going to construction when we have the intention to do something before we speak. We have already made a decision before speaking. Look at these examples:
- I have won $1,000. I am going to buy a new TV.
- We're not going to see my mother tomorrow.
- When are you going to go on holiday?
In these examples, we had an intention or plan before speaking. The decision was made before we spoke. |
