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B1Grammar cheat sheet
Hypothesis with si + présent + futur
High-priority B1 grammar concept for TEF/TCF preparation: Hypothesis with si + présent + futur.
Quick rule
Use futur proche for near plans and futur simple for predictions, promises, and formal future statements.
Patterns to memorize
- futur proche: aller + infinitive
- futur simple: infinitive stem + -ai/-as/-a/-ons/-ez/-ont
- common irregular stems: ser-, aur-, ir-, fer-, pourr-, voudr-, devr-
Where to use it
- Talking about plans
- Making predictions
- Writing formal future actions
High-value examples
Je vais préparer mon dossier ce soir.
I am going to prepare my file tonight.
Near future plan.
Cette mesure réduira les coûts.
This measure will reduce costs.
Formal prediction.
Common mistakes
- Using aller twice: je vais vais
- Forgetting irregular future stems
- Using futur proche in very formal writing when futur simple is stronger
Mini drill
- Write 3 near-future plans.
- Rewrite them in futur simple.
- Add one prediction about work, school, or transport.
Exam target
Use Hypothesis with si + présent + futur in level-appropriate sentences.Recognize common errors and produce a corrected version.Apply the form in short exam-style writing.