You were probably taught that will indicates the future tense in English but that’s really not true in most cases. Surprising, isn’t it? We often use the present continuous form or 'going to' when talking about future events when a plan or intention exists, or when you have evidence of something.
It’s Sunday night. What are your plans for Monday? ---> I’m working on Monday (the plan).
You won the lottery. What are you going to do with the money? ---> I’m going to buy a yacht (your intention).
The sky is grey and dark. What’s the weather? ---> It’s going to rain (prediction based on evidence).
So, when is will used?
I need a ride because my car is at the mechanic. --- > I’ll drive you (a spontaneous offer-no plan).
Will isn’t used as often as you think it is.
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