> A comprehensive overview of the German future tense (Futur I), explaining its structure, usage, and how to form and use it in sentences.
The German future tense, known as “Futur I,” is used to express actions that will take place in the future or to indicate a intention, assumption, or prediction. It is formed using the present tense of the auxiliary verb “werden” followed by the infinitive of the main verb. For example, “Ich werde spielen” means “I will play.” The subject precedes “werden,” and the main verb remains at the end of the clause. While the future tense is commonly used, German often employs the present tense with time indicators (like “morgen” or “bald”) to express future actions. Understanding the formation and usage of Futur I is essential for describing upcoming events and intentions.
Last updated: Sat May 31, 2025
