Learn how to use the future tense in Dutch with Dutch grammar exercises and explanations from The Dutch Online Academy. Let's get started!
There are three ways to talk about the future in Dutch. Let's start with the easiest one: by using present tense.
Just use present tense and say when it is going to happen (next year, soon, in 2025, tomorrow, etc). For example:
You see the conjugated verb (moet) is in present tense. We just add "morgen" to make clear it is tomorrow.
Other examples:
Just use gaan and an infinitive verb. You can combine it with a time indication.
There are three ways to use zullen.
By starting the sentence with zullen you form a suggestion, like you would with shall in English.
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