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~ㄹ/을 거예요

A2 phrase 8 min de lectura

~ㄹ/을 거예요

lgeyo /eul geoyeyo

Practícalo Ejemplos Notas y consejos ~ㄹ/을 거예요 en 30 segundos

Explicación ~ㄹ/을 거예요 in your Level:

At the A1 level, students learn ~ㄹ/을 거예요 as the basic future tense. The focus is on simple conjugation of high-frequency verbs like 가다 (to go), 먹다 (to eat), and 자다 (to sleep). Students learn that this form allows them to talk about their plans for tomorrow or the upcoming weekend. The explanation is kept simple: if there is no bottom consonant, use 'ㄹ 거예요'; if there is a bottom consonant, use '을 거예요.' At this stage, learners are not yet expected to master all irregulars, but they should recognize '할 거예요' as the future of '하다.' The primary goal is to move beyond the present tense and begin describing a timeline. For example, '저는 내일 친구를 만날 거예요' (I will meet a friend tomorrow) is a classic A1 sentence. Learners are taught that this form is polite and safe to use with teachers and new acquaintances.

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At the A2 level, learners expand their use of ~ㄹ/을 거예요 to include adjectives and third-person subjects, introducing the concept of 'conjecture.' They learn that '날씨가 추울 거예요' doesn't just mean 'The weather will be cold,' but often 'I think the weather will be cold.' This level also introduces common irregulars like ㅂ-irregulars (춥다 -> 추울 거예요) and ㄷ-irregulars (듣다 -> 들을 거예요). Students begin to distinguish between this form and the volitional ~ㄹ게요. They understand that ~ㄹ 거예요 is for plans already made, while ~ㄹ게요 is for decisions made in the moment for the listener. The A2 student can navigate a basic conversation about their vacation plans or guess why a classmate is absent using this grammar.

By B1, students are expected to use ~ㄹ/을 거예요 with more complex verbs and in more varied contexts. They learn to use it in the middle of sentences as a modifier, such as '할 거' (the thing I will do). They also explore the nuance of probability more deeply, using it to make logical deductions about things they haven't seen. For example, '지금쯤이면 도착했을 거예요' (They should have arrived by now). This shows the use of the future marker with the past tense marker (았/었) to express a guess about a past event. B1 learners also start to recognize the shortened spoken forms like 'ㄹ 건데요' which adds a nuance of 'I'm planning to... (so why do you ask?)' or 'I'm planning to... (and what about you?)'.

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At the B2 level, the learner uses ~ㄹ/을 거예요 with high precision, understanding the subtle social implications of choosing it over ~겠다 or ~려고 하다. They can use it in hypothetical situations and complex sentences with connectors like ~면 (~ㄹ 거면 - if you are going to...). They also understand the difference between using this form for a strong prediction versus a weak one. For instance, they can contrast '올 거예요' (He will come - high certainty) with '올 수도 있어요' (He might come). B2 students are also aware of the stylistic differences in writing, knowing that while ~ㄹ 거예요 is common in essays that simulate speech, ~ㄹ 것이다 is the standard for formal academic writing.

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C1 learners master the rhetorical uses of ~ㄹ/을 거예요. They can use it to challenge someone's assumption or to emphasize a point in a debate. For example, '그게 정말 가능할 거예요?' (Do you really think that would be possible?). They also understand its use in literature and high-level journalism to create a sense of inevitability or to describe historical 'futures' (the 'future in the past'). At this level, the learner is perfectly comfortable switching between the full form and various colloquial contractions depending on the register and the specific 'vibe' of the conversation. They also understand the etymological roots of '거예요' (것 + 이 + 에요) and how this influences its grammatical behavior.

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At the C2 level, the mastery is near-native. The learner understands the most subtle nuances, such as how the intonation of '거예요' can change a statement into a sarcastic remark or a deeply empathetic guess. They can use the form in high-pressure environments like legal or medical consultations where the distinction between a 'prediction' and a 'guarantee' is vital. They are also adept at using archaic or highly formal versions like ~ㄹ 것이옵니다 in historical contexts or specialized honorific versions like ~ㄹ 거십니다 (though rare). The C2 learner treats ~ㄹ/을 거예요 not as a 'rule' to follow, but as a versatile brush in their linguistic palette, using it to paint precise meanings about time, intent, and probability.

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Practícalo Ejemplos Notas y consejos

~ㄹ/을 거예요 en 30 segundos

Used for future plans and intentions.
Used for guesses and conjectures about the present or future.
Conjugates differently based on the verb stem ending (ㄹ/을).
Essential for daily conversations in polite informal style.

The Korean grammar pattern ~ㄹ/을 거예요 is the bread and butter of future-oriented communication in the Korean language. Primarily classified as a future tense marker, its utility extends far beyond a simple chronological pointer. It is used to express firm intentions, planned actions, and subjective conjectures about events that have not yet occurred or situations that are currently unfolding out of sight. When an English speaker says 'I will' or 'I am going to,' they are likely looking for this specific Korean structure. However, unlike the English 'will,' which can sometimes sound like a spontaneous promise, ~ㄹ/을 거예요 often carries a nuance of a pre-established plan or a logical deduction based on current evidence.

The Future Tense: This is the primary function. It indicates that the action described by the verb will take place at a point later than the present moment. For example, '내일 학교에 갈 거예요' (I will go to school tomorrow).
Conjecture and Supposition: When used with adjectives or with third-person subjects, it often expresses a guess. '그 영화가 재미있을 거예요' means 'That movie will probably be fun' or 'I bet that movie is fun.'

The structure is derived from the bound noun '것' (thing/fact) and the copula '이다' (to be), specifically the informal polite form '예요.' Literally, it translates to something like 'It is the thing/fact that [Subject] will [Verb].' This explains why it feels more descriptive and slightly more detached than the volitional ~ㄹ게요. It is ubiquitous in daily conversation, used between friends, colleagues, and even in semi-formal settings. Whether you are talking about your weekend plans, guessing why a friend is late, or predicting the outcome of a sports match, this pattern is your most reliable tool.

내일은 날씨가 아주 좋을 거예요. (The weather will likely be very good tomorrow.)

In social dynamics, using ~ㄹ/을 거예요 signals that you have a certain level of certainty or that you are stating a fact about the future. It is less about 'offering' to do something for the listener and more about stating what is 'going to happen.' This subtle distinction is crucial for learners to grasp to avoid sounding overly assertive or unintentionally cold in specific interpersonal contexts.

Mastering the conjugation of ~ㄹ/을 거예요 requires an understanding of the verb stem and whether it ends in a vowel or a consonant (받침). This is a fundamental rule in Korean grammar that ensures the language flows smoothly. The process is divided into three main categories: vowel-ending stems, consonant-ending stems, and the special case of 'ㄹ' ending stems.

Stems Ending in a Vowel: If the verb stem ends in a vowel, you simply attach 'ㄹ' to the bottom of the stem and add '거예요.' For example, '가다' (to go) becomes '갈 거예요.' '하다' (to do) becomes '할 거예요.'
Stems Ending in a Consonant: If the stem ends in a consonant (other than ㄹ), you add '을 거예요.' For example, '먹다' (to eat) becomes '먹을 거예요.' '읽다' (to read) becomes '읽을 거예요.'

Irregular verbs also play a significant role here. If a verb stem ends in 'ㄹ' like '살다' (to live), you don't add another 'ㄹ.' Instead, you just add '거예요' directly: '살 거예요.' For 'ㅂ' irregulars like '덥다' (to be hot), the 'ㅂ' changes to '우,' resulting in '더울 거예요.' For 'ㄷ' irregulars like '듣다' (to listen), the 'ㄷ' changes to 'ㄹ,' resulting in '들을 거예요.'

저는 오늘 저녁에 비빔밥을 먹을 거예요. (I am going to eat bibimbap this evening.)

When constructing sentences, the word order remains Subject-Object-Verb. The future marker always attaches to the final verb or adjective. It is important to note that while this form is commonly used for the first person ('I'), when used for the second person ('You'), it often turns into a question: '뭐 할 거예요?' (What are you going to do?). When used for the third person, it shifts toward probability: '그는 올 거예요' (He will probably come).

Adjective Usage: When attached to adjectives, it exclusively means 'I guess/think it will be...' For instance, '바쁠 거예요' means 'He/she/it will likely be busy.'

You will hear ~ㄹ/을 거예요 in almost every facet of Korean life. It is the standard way to discuss the future in news broadcasts, weather reports, office meetings, and casual coffee shop chats. In a professional environment, when a colleague asks about your progress on a project, you might say '금요일까지 끝낼 거예요' (I will finish it by Friday). This sounds professional yet approachable, indicating a firm plan without the extreme formality of '끝내겠습니다.'

A: 주말에 뭐 할 거예요? (What are you going to do on the weekend?)
B: 친구랑 영화 볼 거예요. (I'm going to watch a movie with a friend.)

In K-Dramas, this pattern is frequently used when characters make promises or express their resolve. However, it also appears in moments of tension when a character is guessing another person's motives. For example, '그 사람이 거짓말을 할 거예요' (That person will likely lie). Here, the speaker is using the pattern to express their suspicion based on the character's past behavior. In variety shows, you will see it in captions when the producers predict a hilarious failure or success for a cast member.

Social media and texting (KakaoTalk) are also hotbeds for this grammar. Because typing out the full '거예요' can be tedious, users often abbreviate it to '거예여' or just use 'ㄹ거임' in very casual internet slang. However, for a learner, hearing it in weather forecasts is perhaps the best practice. Listen for '비가 올 거예요' (It will rain) or '기온이 낮을 거예요' (The temperature will be low). These predictable contexts help solidify the sound and meaning in your mind.

Travel Situations: When booking a hotel or asking for directions: '여기서 내릴 거예요?' (Are you going to get off here?) or '몇 시에 도착할 거예요?' (What time will you arrive?).

One of the most frequent stumbling blocks for English speakers learning ~ㄹ/을 거예요 is confusing it with ~ㄹ게요. While both can be translated as 'I will,' their usage is strictly different. ~ㄹ/을 거예요 is a statement of fact or a plan. ~ㄹ게요 is a promise or a reaction to the listener, used when your action is for the listener's benefit or depends on their reaction. If you say '제가 할 거예요' it sounds like 'I'm the one who's going to do it (it's my plan).' If you say '제가 할게요' it sounds like 'I'll do it (for you/if that's okay).'

Wrong: 내일 비가 올게요.
Right: 내일 비가 올 거예요.

Another common error is the spelling of '예요.' Many learners mistakenly write '에요.' Remember that '거' ends in a vowel, and after a vowel, '예요' is the correct contraction of '이에요.' Writing '거에요' is a common misspelling even among native speakers in casual texts, but it is grammatically incorrect. Additionally, learners often forget the 'ㄹ' irregulars. They might say '살을 거예요' instead of the correct '살 거예요' for the verb '살다' (to live).

Lastly, be careful with the 'conjecture' usage. If you use ~ㄹ/을 거예요 to talk about your own feelings in the future, it can sound strange. For example, '저는 기쁠 거예요' (I will be happy) sounds like you are predicting your own happiness as if you were an outsider. Usually, for your own future emotions, '기쁠 것 같아요' (I think I will be happy) or just '기뻐요' (I am happy - implying the state) is preferred, unless you are stating a logical conclusion about how you will feel.

To sound truly natural in Korean, you need to know when to swap ~ㄹ/을 거예요 for its cousins. The Korean language has a rich variety of future and intentional markers, each with its own flavor. The most common alternative is ~겠다. While ~ㄹ/을 거예요 is a general future/guess, ~겠다 is more subjective, immediate, or formal. When you see delicious food, you say '맛있겠다!' (That looks delicious/will be delicious!), not '맛있을 거예요,' which would sound like a more detached logical prediction.

~려고 하다 (Intend to): This is used specifically for intentions and plans that are still in the 'thinking' or 'attempting' stage. '공부하려고 해요' means 'I am planning/intending to study,' whereas '공부할 거예요' is a more definite 'I will study.'
~ㄹ/을 예정이다 (Scheduled to): This is much more formal and is used for official schedules or itineraries. You will hear this in news reports or business announcements. '비행기가 2시에 도착할 예정입니다' (The plane is scheduled to arrive at 2:00).

Another similar structure is ~ㄹ/을까요?. This is the question form used to make suggestions ('Shall we...?') or to ask for the listener's opinion on a conjecture ('Do you think...?'). While '비가 올 거예요?' asks for a fact, '비가 올까요?' asks for the listener's guess about the rain.

Comparison:
1. 갈 거예요 (I will go - General plan)
2. 갈게요 (I'll go - Promise to you)
3. 가겠어요 (I shall go - Strong will/Formal)
4. 가려고 해요 (I intend to go - Planning)

Choosing between these depends on the level of certainty, the relationship with the listener, and whether the action is a personal plan or a reaction to the environment. For A2 learners, focusing on the distinction between ~ㄹ 거예요 and ~ㄹ게요 is the most important step toward fluency.

How Formal Is It?

Dato curioso

The '거' in '거예요' is actually a spoken-style contraction of '것'. In very formal writing, you will always see '것입니다' instead.

Guía de pronunciación

UK /~l.ɯl ɡʌ.je.jo/

US /~l.ɯl ɡɔ.je.jo/

Stress is generally even, but a slight emphasis often falls on the '거' syllable.

Rima con

할 거예요 (hal geoyeyo) 갈 거예요 (gal geoyeyo) 살 거예요 (sal geoyeyo) 볼 거예요 (bol geoyeyo) 놀 거예요 (nol geoyeyo) 팔 거예요 (pal geoyeyo) 알 거예요 (al geoyeyo) 올 거예요 (ol geoyeyo)

Errores comunes

Pronouncing 'eul' like 'ool' (it should be an unrounded sound).
Making the 'g' in 'geo' too aspirated (it should be a soft, unaspirated 'k/g').
Separating 'ye' and 'yo' too much.
Failing to flap the 'ㄹ' sound.
Confusing the pronunciation with 'geoyeyo' vs 'geoyeyo' (stressing the wrong part).

Nivel de dificultad

Lectura 2/5

Easy to recognize once the 'ㄹ' pattern is learned.

Escritura 3/5

Spelling '예요' correctly and handling irregulars takes practice.

Expresión oral 3/5

Requires quick mental conjugation of verb stems.

Escucha 2/5

Very common and usually clear in speech.

Qué aprender después

Requisitos previos

이다 (to be) 것 (thing) 가다 (to go) 먹다 (to eat) 하다 (to do)

Aprende después

~ㄹ게요 (volitional future) ~ㄹ까요? (suggestions) ~려고 하다 (intentions) ~기 때문에 (reasons) ~면서 (simultaneous actions)

Avanzado

~ㄹ 예정입니다 (formal schedule) ~ㄹ 리가 없어요 (cannot be true) ~ㄹ지도 몰라요 (might happen)

Gramática que debes saber

Adnominal ~ㄹ/을

할 일 (work to do)

Copula 예요/이에요

학생이에요 (I am a student)

ㅂ irregular conjugation

맵다 -> 매워요

ㄷ irregular conjugation

걷다 -> 걸어요

ㄹ drop rule

만들다 -> 만들어요

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Ejemplos por nivel

저는 내일 학교에 갈 거예요.

I will go to school tomorrow.

가다 (to go) + ㄹ 거예요.

우리는 비빔밥을 먹을 거예요.

We are going to eat bibimbap.

먹다 (to eat) + 을 거예요.

집에서 쉴 거예요.

I will rest at home.

쉬다 (to rest) + ㄹ 거예요.

영화를 볼 거예요.

I am going to watch a movie.

보다 (to see/watch) + ㄹ 거예요.

책을 읽을 거예요.

I will read a book.

읽다 (to read) + 을 거예요.

친구를 만날 거예요.

I will meet a friend.

만나다 (to meet) + ㄹ 거예요.

한국어를 공부할 거예요.

I am going to study Korean.

공부하다 (to study) + ㄹ 거예요.

일찍 잘 거예요.

I will sleep early.

자다 (to sleep) + ㄹ 거예요.

내일은 날씨가 더울 거예요.

It will be hot tomorrow.

덥다 (to be hot) -> 더울 거예요 (ㅂ-irregular).

그 영화는 재미있을 거예요.

That movie will probably be fun.

재미있다 (to be fun) + 을 거예요 (conjecture).

선물을 살 거예요.

I am going to buy a present.

사다 (to buy) + ㄹ 거예요.

음악을 들을 거예요.

I will listen to music.

듣다 (to listen) -> 들을 거예요 (ㄷ-irregular).

제주도에 여행 갈 거예요.

I am going to travel to Jeju Island.

여행 가다 (to go on a trip) + ㄹ 거예요.

케이크를 만들 거예요.

I will make a cake.

만들다 (to make) + 거예요 (ㄹ-ending stem).

시험이 어려울 거예요.

The exam will likely be difficult.

어렵다 (to be difficult) -> 어려울 거예요 (conjecture).

백화점에 사람이 많을 거예요.

There will probably be many people at the department store.

많다 (to be many) + 을 거예요 (conjecture).

지금쯤이면 민수 씨가 도착했을 거예요.

Minsu should have arrived by now.

Past tense + 을 거예요 (Guess about the past).

열심히 공부하면 합격할 거예요.

If you study hard, you will pass.

Condition (~면) + future prediction.

그 소식을 들으면 놀랄 거예요.

She will be surprised when she hears the news.

놀라다 (to be surprised) + ㄹ 거예요.

이 옷은 작을 것 같아요. 다른 걸 살 거예요.

I think these clothes are small. I'll buy something else.

Expressing a plan based on a judgment.

돈을 모아서 차를 살 거예요.

I'm going to save money and buy a car.

Sequential action (~아서) + future plan.

선생님은 이미 퇴근하셨을 거예요.

The teacher has probably already left work.

Honorific (~시) + Past tense + 을 거예요.

매운 음식을 못 먹을 거예요.

He probably won't be able to eat spicy food.

Negation (못) + future conjecture.

내일은 오늘보다 더 바쁠 거예요.

I'll be busier tomorrow than I am today.

Comparison (보다) + future state.

계속 노력한다면 꿈을 이룰 거예요.

If you keep trying, you will achieve your dream.

Formal condition (~는다면) + future result.

아마 그 사실을 알고 있었을 거예요.

He probably knew that fact already.

Continuous past (고 있었다) + 을 거예요.

회의가 생각보다 길어질 거예요.

The meeting will likely take longer than expected.

Change of state (~어지다) + future.

비가 올 것 같으니까 우산을 챙길 거예요.

It looks like it's going to rain, so I'm going to take an umbrella.

Reason (~으니까) + future plan.

누가 그런 일을 할 거예요? 아무도 안 할 거예요.

Who would do such a thing? Nobody will do it.

Rhetorical question + negative prediction.

이번 프로젝트는 성공할 거예요. 믿어 주세요.

This project will succeed. Please believe me.

Expressing confidence in a future outcome.

한국에 가면 한국 친구를 많이 사귈 거예요.

When I go to Korea, I'm going to make many Korean friends.

Condition (~면) + intention.

그때가 되면 제 마음을 이해할 거예요.

When that time comes, you will understand my heart.

Time clause + future realization.

정부가 새로운 정책을 발표할 거예요.

The government is expected to announce a new policy.

Formal subject + future prediction.

그렇게 하면 큰 문제가 생길 거예요.

Doing it that way will cause a big problem.

Causal link + future negative consequence.

인간의 욕심은 끝이 없을 거예요.

Human greed will likely have no end.

Philosophical conjecture.

분명히 어딘가에 해결책이 있을 거예요.

There will certainly be a solution somewhere.

Adverb (분명히) for emphasis + conjecture.

이런 기회는 다시 오지 않을 거예요.

An opportunity like this will not come again.

Negative future (지 않을 거예요).

그는 자신의 잘못을 뉘우칠 거예요.

He will likely repent for his mistakes.

Advanced vocabulary (뉘우치다) + future prediction.

경제가 조만간 회복될 거예요.

The economy will recover sooner or later.

Passive future (회복될 거예요).

우리가 함께라면 무엇이든 할 수 있을 거예요.

If we are together, we will be able to do anything.

Potential future (수 있을 거예요).

기술의 발전이 인류의 삶을 송두리째 바꿀 거예요.

Technological advancement will completely change human life.

High-level adverb (송두리째) + future impact.

진실은 언젠가 밝혀질 거예요.

The truth will be revealed someday.

Metaphorical future prediction.

그의 업적은 역사에 길이 남을 거예요.

His achievements will remain in history for a long time.

Formal/Literary future expression.

환경 파괴가 계속된다면 재앙이 닥칠 거예요.

If environmental destruction continues, disaster will strike.

Conditional warning + future catastrophe.

사랑은 모든 상처를 치유할 거예요.

Love will heal all wounds.

Abstract concept as subject + future state.

우주의 신비는 영원히 풀리지 않을 거예요.

The mysteries of the universe will never be solved.

Universal negative conjecture.

정의가 결국 승리할 거예요.

Justice will ultimately prevail.

Ideological future prediction.

우리의 만남은 운명이었을 거예요.

Our meeting must have been fate.

Past conjecture about destiny.

Colocaciones comunes

내일 할 거예요

비가 올 거예요

다 잘 될 거예요

집에 갈 거예요

맛있을 거예요

공부할 거예요

만날 거예요

살 거예요

도착할 거예요

배울 거예요

Frases Comunes

뭐 할 거예요?

— What are you going to do? A common way to ask about plans.

오늘 저녁에 뭐 할 거예요?

언제 갈 거예요?

— When are you going? Used to ask about timing.

공항에 언제 갈 거예요?

어디서 만날 거예요?

— Where are you going to meet? Used for logistics.

우리 어디서 만날 거예요?

누가 올 거예요?

— Who is coming? Asking about participants.

파티에 누가 올 거예요?

어떻게 할 거예요?

— What are you going to do about it? Asking for a solution or plan.

문제가 생기면 어떻게 할 거예요?

금방 올 거예요.

— I'll be right back. / He'll be here soon.

기다려 주세요. 금방 올 거예요.

안 할 거예요.

— I'm not going to do it. Expressing refusal or a negative plan.

저는 그 일 안 할 거예요.

다 끝낼 거예요.

— I will finish everything. Expressing resolve.

오늘까지 다 끝낼 거예요.

좋을 거예요.

— It will be good. Giving a positive prediction.

그 가방이 너한테 좋을 거예요.

모를 거예요.

— He/she probably doesn't know. A guess about someone's knowledge.

비밀이라서 아무도 모를 거예요.

Se confunde a menudo con

~ㄹ/을 거예요 vs ~ㄹ게요

~ㄹ게요 is a promise or reaction to the listener. ~ㄹ 거예요 is a general plan or guess.

~ㄹ/을 거예요 vs ~겠어요

~겠어요 is more formal, subjective, or indicates immediate intention/feeling.

~ㄹ/을 거예요 vs ~ㄹ까요?

~ㄹ까요? is a suggestion or asking for an opinion, while ~ㄹ 거예요? asks for a fact/plan.

Modismos y expresiones

"잘 될 거예요"

— It will turn out well. Used to comfort someone in a difficult situation.

포기하지 마세요. 다 잘 될 거예요.

Neutral

"두고 보세요, 후회할 거예요"

— Wait and see, you'll regret it. A common dramatic warning.

나를 무시하면 후회할 거예요.

Intense

"꿈도 못 꿀 거예요"

— One wouldn't even be able to dream of it. Meaning it's impossible.

그런 비싼 차는 꿈도 못 꿀 거예요.

Casual

"날아갈 거예요"

— Will fly away. Often used to mean feeling extremely light or happy.

시험이 끝나면 기분이 날아갈 거예요.

Metaphorical

"뼈도 못 추릴 거예요"

— Won't even be able to pick up the bones. A very strong warning of defeat.

그 사람과 싸우면 뼈도 못 추릴 거예요.

Slang/Aggressive

"눈이 튀어나올 거예요"

— Eyes will pop out. Meaning someone will be extremely surprised.

가격을 들으면 눈이 튀어나올 거예요.

Colloquial

"배가 터질 거예요"

— Stomach will burst. Meaning one will eat a lot.

이렇게 많이 먹으면 배가 터질 거예요.

Exaggerated

"입이 떡 벌어질 거예요"

— Mouth will hang open. Meaning someone will be amazed.

경치를 보면 입이 떡 벌어질 거예요.

Descriptive

"불 보듯 뻔할 거예요"

— As obvious as looking at a fire. Meaning the result is certain.

결과는 불 보듯 뻔할 거예요.

Idiomatic

"귀가 따가울 거예요"

— Ears will sting. Meaning someone will nag or talk a lot.

엄마한테 혼나면 귀가 따가울 거예요.

Casual

Fácil de confundir

~ㄹ/을 거예요 vs ~ㄹ 거예요 vs ~ㄹ게요

Both translate to 'I will' in English.

~ㄹ 거예요 is for plans made beforehand. ~ㄹ게요 is for decisions made during the conversation for the listener's sake.

A: 누가 할 거예요? B: 제가 할 거예요. (I already planned to) vs A: 도와주세요. B: 제가 할게요. (I'll do it for you now).

~ㄹ/을 거예요 vs ~ㄹ 거예요 vs ~겠다

Both express future or conjecture.

~겠다 is more intuitive or formal. ~ㄹ 거예요 is more objective or descriptive.

맛있겠다! (Looks tasty - intuitive) vs 맛있을 거예요. (It will be tasty - logical guess).

~ㄹ/을 거예요 vs ~ㄹ 거예요 vs ~려고 하다

Both express intent.

~려고 하다 means 'intend to' and emphasizes the thought process. ~ㄹ 거예요 is a more definitive 'will'.

사려고 해요. (I'm thinking of buying it) vs 살 거예요. (I will buy it).

~ㄹ/을 거예요 vs ~ㄹ 거예요 vs ~ㄹ 것이다

They are the same grammar.

~ㄹ 것이다 is the formal/written root. ~ㄹ 거예요 is the polite spoken version.

할 것이다 (Written) vs 할 거예요 (Spoken).

~ㄹ/을 거예요 vs ~ㄹ 거예요 vs ~ㄹ 예정입니다

Both talk about future plans.

~ㄹ 예정입니다 is strictly for official schedules.

갈 거예요 (General) vs 갈 예정입니다 (Official schedule).

Patrones de oraciones

Subject + Time + Verb + ㄹ/을 거예요

저는 내일 공부할 거예요.

Subject + Adjective + ㄹ/을 거예요

날씨가 좋을 거예요.

Past Stem + 을 거예요

그는 이미 갔을 거예요.

Noun + 일 거예요

그 사람은 선생님일 거예요.

Verb Stem + ㄹ 수 있을 거예요

우리는 해낼 수 있을 거예요.

Verb Stem + 지 않을 수 없을 거예요

그는 화가 나지 않을 수 없을 거예요.

Mixed

Reason (~니까) + Plan (~ㄹ 거예요)

배고프니까 밥을 먹을 거예요.

Mixed

Condition (~면) + Prediction (~ㄹ 거예요)

비가 오면 취소될 거예요.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivos

것 (thing/fact)

미래 (future)

계획 (plan)

의지 (will/volition)

Verbos

이다 (to be - the root of 예요)

하다 (to do - the most common verb used with this)

Adjetivos

그럴싸하다 (to be plausible - often used in conjectures)

Relacionado

~ㄹ 것이다 (formal version)

~ㄹ 거야 (casual version)

~ㄹ 건가요? (question version)

~ㄹ 게요 (volitional neighbor)

~ㄹ까요? (suggestive neighbor)

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Cómo usarlo

frequency

Extremely high in both spoken and written Korean.

Errores comunes

Using ~ㄹ게요 for weather. → 비가 올 거예요.
Weather doesn't make promises. ~ㄹ게요 is only for human volition toward a listener.
Writing '거에요'. → 거예요.
The contraction of '것' + '이에요' is '거예요'. '거에요' is a spelling error.
Saying '살을 거예요' for '살다'. → 살 거예요.
For stems already ending in 'ㄹ', you don't add '을'. You just add '거예요'.
Using ~ㄹ 거예요 for a spontaneous offer. → 제가 도와줄게요.
If you decide to help someone right now, ~ㄹ게요 is much more natural than the planned ~ㄹ 거예요.
Using it for first-person emotions without nuance. → 기쁠 것 같아요.
Saying '저는 기쁠 거예요' sounds like you're an outsider predicting your own feelings. 'I think I'll be happy' is more natural.

Consejos

Vowel vs Consonant

Always look at the last letter of the verb stem. No 받침? Use ㄹ. Has 받침? Use 을. This is the most important rule for this grammar.

The Tensed 'K'

Don't be surprised if you hear '할 꺼예요' (hal-kko-ye-yo). The 'ㄹ' makes the following 'ㄱ' sound stronger. It's natural!

The '예요' Trap

Remember: 거 + 예요. Never '거 에요'. This is a common test question and a common mistake for all learners.

Third Person Guesses

When talking about someone else, this grammar is your best friend for making polite guesses about their state or plans.

Irregulars Matter

Learn ㅂ and ㄷ irregulars early. Words like 춥다 (to be cold) and 듣다 (to listen) are used constantly with this future form.

Don't be too Bossy

Using ~ㄹ 거예요 for your own plans is fine, but in a group setting, ~ㄹ까요? (Shall we?) is often more polite for making joint plans.

Weather Reports

The best place to hear this grammar used correctly and repeatedly is a Korean weather forecast. They use it in almost every sentence!

Contractions

In casual writing like KakaoTalk, you'll see 'ㄹ 거야'. This is the same grammar, just without the polite '예요'.

Logical Prediction

Use this when you have a reason to believe something will happen. 'The sky is dark, so it will rain (비가 올 거예요)'.

Plan vs Promise

If you are telling your boss you will finish a task, use ~ㄹ 거예요 to state the plan. Use ~ㄹ게요 to show your willingness to do it for them.

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Mnemotecnia

Think of the 'L' in '~ㄹ 거예요' as standing for 'Later'. It's what you will do 'Later'.

Asociación visual

Imagine a crystal ball. When you look into it to see the future (conjecture) or your plans, you see the letters 'ㄹ 거예요' floating inside.

Word Web

Future Plans Intentions Guesses Weather Forecasts Daily Schedules Promises Predictions Conjectures

Desafío

Try to write five things you will do this weekend and three things you guess will happen in the news next week using this pattern.

Origen de la palabra

This pattern is a contraction of the prospective adnominal suffix (~ㄹ/을), the bound noun '것' (thing), and the copula '이다' (to be) in its informal polite form '예요'.

Significado original: It literally means 'It is a thing that [will happen].'

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Contexto cultural

Be careful when guessing about someone's private matters using this form; it can sometimes sound like you are gossiping or assuming too much.

English speakers often over-rely on 'will', but in Korean, you must choose between intention (~ㄹ 거예요) and promise (~ㄹ게요).

The song '다 잘 될 거야' (Everything will be fine) is a common mantra in Korean media. K-Drama tropes often involve a character saying '내가 지켜줄 거예요' (I will protect you). Weather forecasts on KBS/MBC always end their segments with '~ㄹ 거예요'.

Practica en la vida real

Contextos reales

Planning a weekend

영화 볼 거예요.
친구 만날 거예요.
쇼핑할 거예요.
푹 쉴 거예요.

Weather discussion

비가 올 거예요.
추울 거예요.
눈이 내릴 거예요.
맑을 거예요.

Ordering food

비빔밥 먹을 거예요.
콜라 마실 거예요.
여기서 먹을 거예요.
포장할 거예요.

Office work

회의할 거예요.
보고서 쓸 거예요.
이메일 보낼 거예요.
야근할 거예요.

Guesses about friends

바쁠 거예요.
집에 있을 거예요.
이미 잤을 거예요.
기쁠 거예요.

Inicios de conversación

"이번 주말에 뭐 할 거예요?"

"내일 날씨가 어떨 거예요?"

"오늘 저녁에 뭐 먹을 거예요?"

"방학 때 어디에 갈 거예요?"

"한국어 공부를 어떻게 할 거예요?"

Temas para diario

나의 10년 후 모습은 어떨까요? 무엇을 하고 있을 거예요?

내일의 계획을 자세히 써 보세요. 몇 시에 일어나서 무엇을 할 거예요?

가장 가보고 싶은 나라는 어디예요? 거기서 무엇을 볼 거예요?

다음 생일에는 어떤 선물을 받고 싶어요? 누구와 파티를 할 거예요?

올해 꼭 이루고 싶은 목표는 무엇인가요? 어떻게 노력할 거예요?

Preguntas frecuentes

10 preguntas

Yes, but it sounds like a logical prediction about yourself. For example, '저는 내일 슬플 거예요' (I will be sad tomorrow) sounds like you are analyzing your future state. Usually, '슬플 것 같아요' (I think I'll be sad) sounds more natural for personal emotions.

It is always '거예요'. '거' ends in a vowel, so the shortened form of '이에요' is '예요'. Native speakers often make this mistake in text, but '거에요' is technically incorrect.

갈 거예요 is 'I will go (it's my plan)'. 갈게요 is 'I'll go (I'm promising you I'll go or reacting to your request)'.

With adjectives, it always means a guess. '날씨가 좋을 거예요' means 'The weather will probably be good'. You cannot have an 'intention' to be an adjective.

Yes, by adding it to the past tense stem: ~았/었을 거예요. This means 'must have' or 'probably did'. '그는 이미 먹었을 거예요' (He probably already ate).

You don't add another 을. Just add 거예요. Example: 만들다 -> 만들 거예요.

In very formal speeches, people usually use ~ㄹ 것입니다 or ~ㄹ 겁니다. ~ㄹ 거예요 is perfect for everyday polite conversation.

Yes. '할 거예요?' means 'Are you going to do it?' or 'Will it happen?'.

Yes, use ~지 않을 거예요 or 안 ~ㄹ 거예요. '안 갈 거예요' or '가지 않을 거예요'.

In spoken Korean, the 'ㄱ' in '거' often becomes tensed after the 'ㄹ' sound, making it sound like 'kko'. However, it should always be written as '거예요'.

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