Description
Learn the French near future (futur proche) using aller + infinitive. Speak about plans and intentions for A1–A2 and TEF Canada.
Introduction: How to Talk About the Future in French
Today, you are going to learn the French near future (futur proche), an essential structure for A1–A2 learners and TEF Canada.
If you want to:
- talk about future plans
- express intentions
- describe what you are going to do
you must master the French near future.
This lesson will help you:
- understand futur proche
- build correct future sentences
- use aller + infinitive
- avoid common mistakes
1. What Is the French Near Future?
The futur proche is used to talk about:
- plans
- intentions
- actions in the near future
It is similar to English:
“I am going to…”
2. Structure of Futur Proche
Rule
aller (present) + infinitive
Examples
- Je vais déménager
- Nous allons visiter l’appartement
- Il va regarder un film
Important Rule
The second verb always stays in the infinitive.
3. Conjugation of “Aller” (Present)
- je vais
- tu vas
- il / elle va
- nous allons
- vous allez
- ils / elles vont
Examples in Sentences
- Je vais travailler demain
- Tu vas étudier ce soir
- Nous allons sortir
4. Using Futur Proche in Real Situations
You use the French near future to talk about:
- plans
- schedules
- intentions
Examples
- Je vais déménager le mois prochain
- Nous allons visiter un appartement
- Il va regarder un film ce soir
5. Difference: Present vs Near Future
Present
- Je travaille demain
Futur proche
- Je vais travailler demain
Key Idea
Futur proche is:
- clearer
- more natural for beginners
6. Common Mistakes to Avoid
Avoid these errors:
- Je vais déménage
- Je vais à déménager
- Je vais déménagé
Correct forms:
- Je vais déménager
7. TEF Canada Strategy (Very Important)
In TEF Canada, French near future is very important.
You use it to:
- talk about plans
- describe future actions
- answer speaking questions
Example Question
Qu’est-ce que vous allez faire ce week-end ?
High-Scoring Answer
- Je vais visiter un appartement
- Je vais regarder un film
- Je vais sortir avec des amis
8. Practice Now (A1–A2 Level)
Rewrite using futur proche:
- Je déménage demain → Je vais ______
- Nous visitons → Nous allons ______
- Il regarde un film → Il va ______
9. Mini Speaking Task (TEF Style)
Answer:
Qu’est-ce que vous allez faire ce soir ?
Model:
Je vais regarder un film.
Je vais manger au restaurant.
Continue Learning French
Now that you understand the French near future, continue with:
FAQ
What is futur proche in French?
It is a structure used to talk about the near future using aller + infinitive.
How do you say “I am going to eat”?
Je vais manger.
Do you conjugate the second verb?
No. It stays in the infinitive.
Is this important for TEF Canada?
Yes. It is very common in speaking tasks.
Final Tip
If you master the French near future, you will:
- talk about your plans clearly
- sound more natural
- improve your TEF Canada performance
