B1 · 중급 챕터 15

Planning for Real Future Possibilities

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Master the art of talking about future plans and real-world possibilities with confidence.

  • Construct sentences for real future outcomes.
  • Navigate time clauses to sequence future events.
  • Describe actions in progress at specific future moments.
Unlock your future: Plan, predict, and progress.

배울 내용

Ever wonder how to discuss your future plans and what will happen *when* things occur? This chapter gives you the tools to confidently talk about real future possibilities using the First Conditional and precise time clauses. Get ready to express your future ideas clearly and naturally!

Learning Objectives

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

  1. 1
    By the end you will be able to: create accurate sentences using the First Conditional to express real future possibilities.
  2. 2
    By the end you will be able to: use future time clauses and the Future Continuous to narrate a detailed plan for the upcoming week.

챕터 가이드

Overview

This chapter is your key to unlocking more dynamic and natural conversations about the future. As a B1 English grammar learner, you're ready to move beyond simple future statements and start expressing conditional relationships – what you'll do *if* something happens, or *when* something else occurs. Mastering planning for real future possibilities will significantly boost your confidence when discussing everything from weekend plans to career goals.
We'll dive into the First Conditional, learning how to link a potential future event to a present condition. You'll also discover the crucial difference between using if and when to reflect certainty, and how to use various future time clauses like 'as soon as' or 'before' to perfectly time your future actions. By the end, you'll be able to articulate your future ideas with clarity and sound more like a native speaker, ready to handle almost any travel or daily life situation.
Get ready to plan, predict, and converse about tomorrow with ease! This B1 English grammar content will empower you.

How This Grammar Works

Imagine you're making plans, and those plans depend on something else happening first. That's where the First Conditional comes in! It connects a present condition to a future result.
The basic structure is: If + Present Simple, Future Simple (will). For example,
If I have time tomorrow, I will go to the park.
Notice the comma after the 'if' clause when it starts the sentence. This structure is also used when you're forming First Conditional questions, asking about the future consequences of a specific, possible condition:
If you pass your exam, what will you do?
Now, let's refine our future talk. Sometimes we're talking about something that *might* happen, and sometimes we're talking about something that *definitely will* happen. That's the difference between if and when.
Use if for possibilities or uncertainties:
If it rains, we will stay inside.
Use when for things you know are going to happen:
When my train arrives, I will call you.
The train's arrival is a certainty.
We also use future time clauses with words like when, as soon as, before, and after. The important rule here is that the verb *in the time clause* stays in the Present Simple, even though it refers to a future event. The main clause uses will.
For example,
As soon as I finish work, I will meet you.
Not
As soon as I *will finish* work.
Similarly,
Before I leave, I will finish this report.
This structure helps you precisely sequence future events, making your English sound much more natural and sophisticated.

Common Mistakes

Here are some common pitfalls and how to avoid them:
  1. 1Mixing tenses in the 'if' clause:
    If I *will have* time, I will call you.
Correct:
If I have time, I will call you.
Explanation: Remember, the 'if' clause in the First Conditional uses the Present Simple, not the Future Simple.
  1. 1Using 'will' in future time clauses: "When I *will arrive*, I'll send you a message."
Correct: "When I arrive, I'll send you a message."
Explanation: In future time clauses (with when, as soon as, before, after), the verb is always in the Present Simple.
  1. 1Forgetting the comma:
    If it rains we will stay home.
Correct:
If it rains, we will stay home.
Explanation: Always place a comma after an 'if' clause when it starts the sentence.

Real Conversations

Dialogue 1: Weekend Plans

A

A

If the weather is good this weekend, what will you do?
B

B

Oh, if it's sunny, I will go hiking! As soon as I wake up, I'll pack my bag.
A

A

Sounds great! When you get back, will you be tired?
B

B

Probably! But if I'm exhausted, I'll just relax on the sofa.

Dialogue 2: Project Deadline

A

A

Before we start the next phase, will you finalize the report?
B

B

Yes, of course. As soon as I finish this meeting, I will review everything. If I find any issues, I will let you know immediately.
A

A

Perfect. When the report is ready, we will proceed.

Dialogue 3: Travel Preparations

A

A

If you travel abroad, will you need a new passport?
B

B

Yes, I think so. When my current one expires, I will apply for a new one.
A

A

Good idea. Before you go, make sure you have all your documents.

Quick FAQ

Q

What's the main difference between if and when in future sentences?

Use if for conditions that *might* happen (e.g.,

If it rains...
) and when for events that you know *will* happen (e.g.,
When the sun sets...
).

Q

Do I always need will in the main clause of a First Conditional sentence?

Yes, in the First Conditional, the main clause typically uses will (or other modal verbs like can/may/might for nuances, though 'will' is most common) to show the future result.

Q

Can I use the First Conditional to talk about past events?

No, the First Conditional is specifically for real future possibilities. For past conditions and results, you would use the Third Conditional.

Q

Why don't we use will after when or as soon as?

It's a key rule for future time clauses. The words like when, as soon as, before, and after act as time markers, and the verb directly following them uses the Present Simple even though the event is in the future.

Cultural Context

Native English speakers use these patterns constantly, often shortening I will to "I'll" in informal speech. The choice between if and when subtly communicates confidence in an event's occurrence. While the rules are standard, regional differences might influence the frequency of certain time clauses.
For instance, in some places, once is used similarly to as soon as. The structure itself is universal across formal and informal contexts.

주요 예문 (8)

1

If I study hard, I will pass the exam.

내가 열심히 공부하면 시험에 합격할 거야.

첫 번째 조건문: 현실적인 미래 가능성
2

If you don't hurry, you will miss your flight.

서두르지 않으면 비행기를 놓칠 거야.

첫 번째 조건문: 현실적인 미래 가능성
3

If you study, you'll pass the test.

공부하면 시험에 합격할 거예요.

첫 번째 조건문: 쉼표 규칙
4

I'll call you if I leave work early.

일찍 퇴근하면 전화할게요.

첫 번째 조건문: 쉼표 규칙
5

If you study hard, will you pass the exam?

열심히 공부하면 시험에 합격할까요?

첫 번째 조건문 질문: 미래에 대해 묻기
6

What will we eat if the restaurant is closed?

식당이 문을 닫으면 우리 뭐 먹지?

첫 번째 조건문 질문: 미래에 대해 묻기
7

If the weather is good, we'll go to the beach this weekend.

만약 날씨가 좋으면, 이번 주말에 해변에 갈 거예요.

가정법 현재: When vs If (가능성 및 시점)
8

When you arrive at the airport, I'll pick you up.

네가 공항에 도착하면, 내가 데리러 갈게.

가정법 현재: When vs If (가능성 및 시점)

팁과 요령 (4)

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콤마 전문가

'If' 절이 문장 맨 앞에 오면, 주절 앞에 콤마(,)를 꼭 넣으세요. 콤마가 없으면 마치 숨 쉬지 않고 말하는 것처럼 들릴 수도 있어요! "If it snows, I'll build a snowman."
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절의 순서가 중요해요

어떤 절이 먼저 오는지 항상 확인하세요. 만약 'if' 절이 문장 처음에 오면 쉼표가 꼭 필요해요. 하지만 주절이 먼저 오면 쉼표는 필요 없답니다. "If it rains, I'll stay home."처럼요.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 첫 번째 조건문: 쉼표 규칙
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'will'에 귀 기울여 보세요

상대방이 1형식 조건문 질문을 할 때, 'will'이 가장 큰 힌트예요. 'will'은 미래의 결과에 대해 묻는다는 신호니까 잘 들어보세요!
If it rains, will you bring an umbrella?
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 첫 번째 조건문 질문: 미래에 대해 묻기
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확실한가요, 아니면 가정인가요?

'if'와 'when' 중에 뭘 쓸지 고민될 때, '이 일이 정말 확실히 일어날까?' 아니면 '그냥 그럴 수도 있는 일인가?'를 생각해보세요. 예를 들어, 친구가 '집에 가는 길에 우유 사 갈까?' 물어볼 때, '확실히 들를 거면 "When I go to the store, I'll buy milk." (가게에 들르면 우유 살 거야.)', '확실치 않으면 "If I go to the store, I'll buy milk." (가게에 가면 우유 살 거야.)'라고 대답할 수 있어요.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 가정법 현재: When vs If (가능성 및 시점)

핵심 어휘 (5)

possibility the chance that something may happen condition a requirement for an event to occur sequence to arrange in a specific order certainty something that is definitely going to happen progress the state of being ongoing

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Planning a Weekend Trip

Review Summary

  • If + Present Simple, will + verb
  • When/As soon as + Present Simple, will + verb
  • will + be + verb-ing

자주 하는 실수

You cannot use 'will' in the 'if' clause. Use the Present Simple instead.

Wrong: If I will go to the park, I will see my friends.
정답: If I go to the park, I will see my friends.

Time clauses like 'when' also require the Present Simple. The future result needs 'will'.

Wrong: When I will arrive, I call you.
정답: When I arrive, I will call you.

The Future Continuous requires the auxiliary 'will' followed by 'be' and the -ing form.

Wrong: If you are tired, you be sleeping.
정답: If you are tired, you will be sleeping.

이 챕터의 규칙 (6)

Next Steps

You have mastered the mechanics of the future. Keep practicing, and you will soon speak with total fluency!

Write a 5-sentence plan for your next birthday.

빠른 연습 (10)

'when' 또는 'if'를 올바르게 사용한 문장을 고르세요.

올바른 문장을 고르세요:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: I'll buy tickets when the concert is announced.
콘서트가 발표되는 것은 '예상되는' 확실한 사건이에요. 또한, 조건절에 'when' 뒤에 'will'을 쓰지 않아요.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 가정법 현재: When vs If (가능성 및 시점)

문장을 완성하기 위해 올바른 형태를 선택하세요.

If she ___ the job, she will move to a new city.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: gets
첫 번째 조건문의 'if' 절에서는 현재 단순 시제를 사용합니다. 'she'에 대한 올바른 현재 단순형은 'gets'입니다.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 첫 번째 조건문: 현실적인 미래 가능성

올바른 문장을 고르세요.

Choose the correct sentence:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: If I get hungry, I'll order pizza.
올바른 문장은 'if' 절이 문장을 시작할 때 쉼표를 사용하고, 'if'가 중간에 올 때는 쉼표를 올바르게 생략했어요 (이 예시의 정답 선택지에는 해당되지 않지만요).

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 첫 번째 조건문: 쉼표 규칙

미래 시간 부사절을 올바르게 사용한 문장을 고르세요.

올바른 문장을 고르세요:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Before I leave, I'll pack my bag.
미래 시간 부사절의 올바른 구조는 'will leave'나 'am leaving'이 아닌 현재 시제('leave')를 사용합니다.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 미래 시간 부사절 (When, As Soon As, Before, After)

Choose the correct form.

Will you ___ to the party?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: be coming
Future continuous.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Future Continuous: Will Be Doing (In Progress at a Future Time)

문장을 완성하기 위해 올바른 동사 형태를 고르세요.

As soon as the movie ___, we'll order popcorn.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: starts
'as soon as'로 시작하는 미래 시간 부사절에서는 미래의 일이라도 현재 시제('starts')를 사용합니다.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 미래 시간 부사절 (When, As Soon As, Before, After)

문장에서 틀린 부분을 찾아 고쳐보세요.

Find and fix the mistake:

When my boss will call, I'll tell her about the new client.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: When my boss calls, I'll tell her about the new client.
조건절에는 'when' 뒤에 'will'을 쓰지 않아요. 상사가 전화하는 것은 예상되는 상황이므로 'when'은 맞지만, 동사는 현재 시제로 써야 합니다.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 가정법 현재: When vs If (가능성 및 시점)

첫 번째 조건문을 올바르게 사용한 문장을 고르세요.

올바른 문장을 고르세요:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: If it rains, I will stay home.
올바른 첫 번째 조건문 구조는 'If + 현재 단순 시제, will + 동사 원형'입니다. 첫 번째 선택지는 'if' 절에 'will'을 잘못 사용했고, 세 번째 선택지는 주절에 'will'이 없습니다.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 첫 번째 조건문: 현실적인 미래 가능성

실수를 찾아 고치세요.

Find and fix the mistake:

She will succeed, if she studies hard.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: She will succeed if she studies hard.
주절이 먼저 오고 'if' 절이 뒤에 올 때는 쉼표가 필요 없어요. 'if' 자체가 충분히 연결해주는 역할을 한답니다.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 첫 번째 조건문: 쉼표 규칙

1형식 조건문 질문을 완성하기 위해 올바른 형태를 고르세요.

If it rains, what ___ you do?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: will
1형식 조건문 질문에서는 미래의 결과를 묻기 위해 주절에 'will'을 사용해요. 'if' 절은 현재 시제를 유지합니다.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 첫 번째 조건문 질문: 미래에 대해 묻기

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자주 묻는 질문 (6)

미래의 실제 가능성 있는 상황에 대해 이야기하고, 조건을 가능한 결과와 연결할 때 사용해요. 예를 들어: "If it rains, we'll stay inside."
미래의 조건을 이야기할 때라도 'if' 절에는 항상 현재 단순 시제를 사용해야 해요. 예를 들어:
If I finish early, I will go.
가장 중요한 규칙은 간단해요. 'if' 절이 문장 맨 앞에 오면 그 뒤에 «쉼표»를 꼭 써야 해요. 하지만 'if' 절이 문장 중간에 있다면 쉼표는 필요 없답니다. "If it rains, I'll stay home."처럼요.
쉼표는 마치 잠시 멈추는 시각적인 신호 역할을 해서, 글로 쓰인 문장을 더 명확하고 읽기 쉽게 만들어 줘요. 독자가 결과를 읽기 전에 조건을 먼저 처리하도록 돕는 거죠.
If you are ready, we can go.
처럼 자연스럽게 끊어 읽게 해줘요.
미래에 실제로 일어날 수 있는 상황과 그 결과를 묻는 데 사용돼요. 진짜 일어날 가능성이 있는 '만약 ~라면?' 하는 시나리오에 대해 질문할 때 좋아요. 예를 들어,
If it rains, will we cancel the picnic?
처럼요.
보통 «(질문어) + will + 주어 + 동사원형 + if + 주어 + 현재 시제?» 구조를 가져요. 예를 들어,
What will you do if it rains?
Will you be there if I come?
처럼요.