Will vs Going to

Will vs Going to

1. Will

   • Rapid decision
     • I am thirsty. I think I will buy a drink.
   • Offer
     • That looks heavy. I will help you with it.
   • Promise
     • Don't worry, I won't tell anyone.
   • Threat
     • If you don't stop, I will tell your mother.
   • Refusal
     • She won't listen to anything I say.

2. Going to

   • Prior plan
     • The decision was made before the moment of speaking.
       • I am going to the beach next weekend with my friends.
   • Evidence/ Signs
     • When there are signs that something is likely to happen.
       • My stomach hurts a lot and I think I am going to throw up.
         • It's 70-0. They are going to win.

3. You can use both Will and Going to for making predictions.

   • I think it will rain tomorrow = I think it is going to rain tomorrow.