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Learning Objectives

2 minutes reading
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Use "will" for spontaneous decisions and promises
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Use "will" for predictions and future facts
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Use "might" and "may" to express possibility
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Add probability adverbs for nuanced predictions
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Key for this lesson

Will = certain/spontaneous. Might/May = possible (50%). Add adverbs: definitely, probably, possibly to show confidence level.

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Grammar Explanation

4 minutes reading
Will

Decisions, Promises & Predictions

Subject + will + base verb

Spontaneous: "I'll send that now."

Promise: "I'll have it ready by Friday."

Prediction: "Sales will increase next quarter."

definitelyprobablycertainly
Might / May

Possibility (Less Certain)

Subject + might/may + base verb

Possibility: "We might delay the launch."

Uncertainty: "The client may change the specs."

possiblyperhapsmaybe
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Probability Scale

100%: will definitely → 90%: will probably → 50%: might/may → 30%: probably won't → 0%: definitely won't

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Context & Professional Usage

5 minutes reading

Will (Certain / Spontaneous)

📧Offers: "I'll send you the report now."
🤝Promises: "I'll have it ready by Monday."
📊Predictions: "Revenue will grow 15% this year."
⚡Quick decisions: "OK, I'll take the early flight."

Might/May (Possible)

⚠️Risk updates: "We might miss the deadline."
🔄Changes: "The scope may change."
❓Uncertainty: "I might need more resources."
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Business English Examples

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Correct Professional Usage

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"I'll call you back in five minutes."

Spontaneous decision

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"The project will probably finish on time."

Prediction with probability adverb

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"We might need to reschedule the meeting."

Possibility - not certain

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"The client may request additional features."

Possible future event

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Common Business Mistakes

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"I will to send the report."

Use: "I'll send..." (will + base verb, no "to")

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"She might will attend."

Use: "She might attend." (one modal only)

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"The meeting will maybe be cancelled."

Use: "...might be cancelled" or "will probably be..."

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Professional Listening Exercise

6 minutes

Listen to Javier and Sonia discussing the launch of the new 'ConnectPro' app:

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Javier: Senior Marketing Manager, Apex Innovations

Sonia: Marketing Associate, Apex Innovations

(Sound of a professional office environment)

Javier: Sonia, thanks for meeting me. I wanted to discuss the launch of the new 'ConnectPro' app. How are the final preparations going?

Sonia: They're going well, Javier. The social media assets are ready. If we post them next Monday, I think they'll generate a lot of buzz. The press release is also drafted.

Javier: Good. What's your prediction for media coverage? Will we get featured in big tech blogs?

Sonia: That's a big question. I've sent the release to all our top contacts. I think TechCrunch will probably cover it because they liked our last product. However, some of the others might not pick up the story immediately. It may depend on what other news is happening that day.

Javier: I see. So, it's not guaranteed. We might need a contingency plan then. What if the initial response is slow?

Sonia: Well, we have a secondary list of influencers we can contact. If we don't see enough activity by Wednesday, I'll start reaching out to them. They will definitely post about the app, but their reach is smaller.

Javier: Okay, that sounds like a solid plan. Now, what about the launch event? Is everything confirmed?

Sonia: Almost. The venue is booked and the guest list is finalized. However, the keynote speaker, Eva Rostova, has a scheduling conflict. She may have to join via video call instead of in person. Her assistant said she'll let us know for sure by this afternoon.

Javier: Oh, that's a shame. An in-person appearance will have a much bigger impact. But we can't control it. Okay, just keep me updated.

Sonia: I will. The moment I hear from her assistant, I'll send you an email.

Javier: Great. Thanks, Sonia. It sounds like you have it under control. This launch will be a success.

Sonia: I hope so!

Vocabulary:

Buzz: (informal) A feeling of excitement and talk about something new.

Contingency plan: A plan for what to do if an unexpected or unwanted event happens.

Keynote speaker: The main and most important speaker at a conference or event.

Question 1: What is Sonia's prediction about TechCrunch?

Question 3: What spontaneous decision does Sonia make if the initial response is slow?

💡 Hint: Listen for "If we don't see enough activity... I'll start..."

Question 3: What is uncertain about the launch event?

Question 4: Complete: "The moment I hear from her assistant, I ______ you an email."

💡 Hint: Listen for "may have to join via video call..."

Question 4: Complete: "The moment I hear from her assistant, I ______ you an email."

💡 Hint: This is a promise/offer - use "will" or "'ll"
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Quick Comprehension Quiz

4 minutes

Choose the best option:

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Someone asks for the report now. You decide to send it immediately:

AI'll send it right now.
BI'm going to send it right now.
CI might send it right now.
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There's a 50% chance of rain affecting the outdoor event:

ARain will affect the event.
BRain might affect the event.
CRain definitely affects the event.
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You're very confident (90%) sales will improve:

ASales might improve.
BSales will probably improve.
CSales may improve.
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Professional Practice Exercises

7 minutes

Exercise A: Choose will, might, or may

1. The CEO _______ (definitely/announce) the merger tomorrow. (100% certain)

2. We _______ (need) to hire more staff. It depends on the budget. (50% possible)

3. I _______ (send) you the files now. (spontaneous decision)

4. The project _______ (probably/finish) ahead of schedule. (90% confident)

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Speaking Preparation

4 minutes
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Preparation for Class

Practice making predictions with different levels of certainty.

📊 Task 1: Predictions (1 min)

Make predictions about your company/industry using will, might, may:

  • "Our company will definitely..."
  • "The market might..."
  • "Technology will probably..."
⚡ Task 2: Spontaneous Decisions (2 min)

React to situations with spontaneous offers using "I'll..."

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Summary

Will: certain, spontaneous, promises
Might/May: possible (50%)
Add adverbs: definitely, probably, possibly

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