Will (en. Will)
/wɪl/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To express a future intention or desire.
I will do it tomorrow.
Je vais le faire demain.
To indicate certainty or a promise.
He promises that he will come.
Il promet qu'il viendra.
Used to form the simple future.
We will leave at 6 PM.
Nous partirons à 18 heures.
Etymology
From Old English 'willan', meaning 'to want'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
will power
The ability to control one's actions and emotions.
will power
I will be there
I'll be there.
I will be there
what will be, will be
What is meant to happen, will happen.
what will be, will be
Related Words
will
Ability to want or decide.
volonté
determination
Willpower to achieve a goal.
détermination
promise
Commitment to do something.
promesse
Slang Meanings
Venti
You are really a venti for this project.
Tu es vraiment un venti pour ce projet.
Willie
He made that decision like a true willie.
Il a pris cette décision comme un true willie.