🟢 Simple Future Tense Sentences in Korean | Beginner Level (TOPIK 1–2)

“How do you say ‘I will go’ or ‘I will eat’ in Korean?”

The simple future tense in Korean, formed with -(으)ㄹ 거예요, is perfect for talking about upcoming plans or predictions. Whether you’re planning a weekend trip or telling friends what you’ll eat for dinner, this structure is a must-learn for beginners.

💡 Why Learn the Future Tense?

Future tense lets you share what you’re going to do, making conversations lively and forward-looking. It’s essential when making plans, invitations, or promises with friends, coworkers, or family members in Korea.

📖 How to Form -(으)ㄹ 거예요

Attach -(으)ㄹ 거예요 to the verb stem:

If the verb ends with a vowel → add -ㄹ 거예요 (e.g., 가다 → 갈 거예요)
If the verb ends with a consonant → add -을 거예요 (e.g., 먹다 → 먹을 거예요)

This form is polite and commonly used in everyday conversations.

📝 Example Sentences

내일 학교에 갈 거예요.
Naeil hakgyo-e gal geoyeyo.
I will go to school tomorrow.

주말에 친구를 만날 거예요.
Jumal-e chingu-reul mannal geoyeyo.
I will meet my friend on the weekend.

저녁에 김치찌개를 먹을 거예요.
Jeonyeok-e gimchijjigae-reul meogeul geoyeyo.
I will eat kimchi stew for dinner.

🗣 Practice Dialogue

A: 내일 뭐 할 거예요?
Naeil mwo hal geoyeyo?
What will you do tomorrow?

B: 도서관에 갈 거예요. 시험 공부할 거예요.
Doseogwan-e gal geoyeyo. Siheom gongbu-hal geoyeyo.
I will go to the library. I will study for the exam.

🧩 Teacher’s Tips

Common mistake: Learners sometimes omit the future marker and say “갈” alone. Always include “거예요” to indicate future tense politely.

Pro tip: Practice contrasting past (-았어요/-었어요) and future (-(으)ㄹ 거예요) forms to solidify your understanding of timelines.

🌏 Did You Know?

In everyday Korean, people sometimes drop “거” and just say “-ㄹ/을 거예요 → -ㄹ/을 거예요” informally. Example: “갈게요” (I’ll go) is slightly more casual but still polite.

✨ Extra Learning Insight

Combine future tense with words like “아마” (maybe), “분명히” (definitely), or “곧” (soon) to add nuance: “아마 내일 비가 올 거예요.” (It will probably rain tomorrow.)

📦 Final Thoughts

Learning -(으)ㄹ 거예요 opens the door to talking about your plans and dreams. Use it daily when sharing schedules or promises with friends.

I’ve met many foreign friends in Korea who felt so happy when they first said their plans confidently in Korean. I hope you feel that same joy and continue exploring the future — one sentence at a time

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