We already know a few verbs that have specific forms when talking about the future. Let’s learn a few more:
| devoir | devr‑ |
|---|---|
| pouvoir | pourr‑ |
| savoir | saur‑ |
| vouloir | voudr‑ |
Je pourrai finir dans une heure.
I will be able to finish in an hour.
Il voudra avoir une réponse bientôt.
He will want to have an answer soon.
Est‑ce que tu sauras le faire tout seul ?
Will you know how to do it by yourself?
Nous devrons travailler plus.
We will have to work more.
The future of il faut is il faudra.
Il faudra faire les magasins.
It will be necessary to go shopping.
Il faudra partir ce soir.
It will be necessary to leave tonight.
When talking about taking a test, you use the verb passer.
Ce matin, les élèves passent un examen d’anglais.
This morning, the students are taking an English test.
Be careful! When talking about passing a test, you use the verb réussir. It’s the opposite of what you’d expect!
Si tu veux réussir l’examen, tu dois étudier.
If you want to pass the test, you have to study.