In everyday life, we often talk about things that might, will, or probably won’t happen. This topic helps you express how likely something is using common expressions and simple grammar. When we say how likely something is, we show how sure or unsure we are about it.
Examples:
It will probably rain tomorrow.
I think he is going to win.
She might come to the party.
It’s unlikely that I will forget.
There's a good chance we’ll see him.
We will use present simple, present continuous, past simple, future with will/going to, modal verbs like might/can/should, adverbs of frequency, comparatives and superlatives, and prepositions.
🧠 GRAMMAR
Future with Will/Going to
It will probably be sunny tomorrow.
They are going to travel next week.
Modal Verbs
It might snow tonight.
She can arrive early if she wants.
You should bring an umbrella.
You mustn’t forget your keys.
Present Simple/Continuous
He always arrives on time.
They are studying for the test now.
Past Simple
I thought it was going to rain yesterday.
She didn’t expect to win.
Adverbs of Probability
Probably, possibly, maybe, definitely, certainly, likely, unlikely
Comparatives and Superlatives
Today is more likely to be sunny than yesterday.
That was the most unexpected event!
📚 VOCABULARY (10 Words with Definition)
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Likely | Probably going to happen |
| Unlikely | Probably not going to happen |
| Chance | The possibility of something happening |
| Certain | Sure, without any doubt |
| Maybe | Possibly, but not sure |
| Probably | Very likely |
| Prediction | A guess about what will happen |
| Risk | A situation with possible danger or loss |
| Plan | An idea about what to do in the future |
| Expect | To think something will happen |
💬 USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
There’s a good chance...
It’s likely that...
It might happen.
It’s not very likely.
I doubt it will happen.
He’s going to win for sure!
It could happen.
It probably won’t happen.
We’ll see what happens.
Anything is possible!
✏️ SENTENCES
Positive:
It will probably be a good day.
They might visit us later.
Negative:
It won’t happen again.
She isn’t likely to join us.
Questions:
Do you think it will rain?
Is she going to pass the test?
Answers:
Yes, I think it will.
No, I don’t think so.
Maybe. It’s hard to say.
🗣️ LONG CONVERSATION
Alex: Do you think it’s going to rain tomorrow?
Bella: Hmm… maybe. The sky looks cloudy.
Alex: I hope it doesn’t rain. I have a soccer game.
Bella: Well, it’s likely to rain in the afternoon.
Alex: Oh no! Then we’ll probably cancel the game.
Bella: Or maybe you’ll move it indoors?
Alex: That’s a good idea. I’ll talk to the coach.
Bella: Let me know what happens. Good luck!
📖 LONG READING
Title: Will It Happen? Talking About Probability
Every day, people make predictions. We look at the weather, make plans, and think about the future. To talk about how likely something is, we use special words like maybe, probably, might, or will.
Imagine this: You want to go to the beach. You check your phone. It says, “It will probably rain today.” You now think it’s not a good idea to go.
People also use their feelings to decide. If someone says, “She is definitely going to win the race,” they feel sure. But if they say, “Maybe she will win,” they are not sure.
Knowing how to talk about what might happen helps us make better decisions and prepare for surprises.
Questions and Answers:
Why do people make predictions?
→ To plan and make decisions.What does “probably” mean?
→ It means something is likely to happen.What do people use to guess the future?
→ Information and feelings.What happens if it will probably rain?
→ You may cancel your plans.What helps us prepare for surprises?
→ Talking about what might happen.
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