This document discusses the uses of the words "would" and "will" in describing past and present habits. It notes that "would" is used to describe habitual habits in the past more formally than "used to". It also explains that "will" is used to describe personal habits and characteristic behaviors in the present, as well as generally true facts that apply to the present. Examples are provided to illustrate the proper uses of "would" and "will" in different contexts.
This document discusses the uses of the words "would" and "will" in describing past and present habits. It notes that "would" is used to describe habitual habits in the past more formally than "used to". It also explains that "will" is used to describe personal habits and characteristic behaviors in the present, as well as generally true facts that apply to the present. Examples are provided to illustrate the proper uses of "would" and "will" in different contexts.
This document discusses the uses of the words "would" and "will" in describing past and present habits. It notes that "would" is used to describe habitual habits in the past more formally than "used to". It also explains that "will" is used to describe personal habits and characteristic behaviors in the present, as well as generally true facts that apply to the present. Examples are provided to illustrate the proper uses of "would" and "will" in different contexts.
- habitual habits in the past; - more formal than 'used to'. ex.: My teacher would always say 'Sit down and shut up!". My father would cook my lunch every day when I was younger. When I lived in my hometown, I would always have lunch at my grandma on weekends. ** WOULD x USED TO USED TO = stative verbs WOULD = action verbs ex.: I used to [be] very shy when I was younger. (CORRECT) I would be very shy when I was younger. (WRONG) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2) WILL: 1) personal habits and characteristic behavior in the present; 2) facts that are generally true.
1) Rihanna will always reinvent herself with new looks.
2) My family will always watch a movie on Saturdays.
1) True talent will always be discovered.
2) Politicians will always be corrupted in Brazil.
1) My dog will always pee in the morning after my grandma wakes up. 2) By studying hard, you will always achieve your goals.
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