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LeGion12359 Posted 11 years ago
Grammar

Difference

He will be taught by Hasan.
He is to be taught by Hasan.
Could you please tell me the difference between the above sentences in terms of meaning?
  

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There likely is no difference in meaning. Context may make a difference.

  • There likely is no difference in meaning.
  • Context may make a difference.
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There likely is no difference in meaning. Context may make a difference.
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PhilipThere likely is no difference in meaning. Context may make a difference.
Could you please give me a small example of such context ,which you are referring to?
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LeGion12359 PhilipThere likely is no difference in meaning. Context may make a difference.Could you please give me a small example of such context ,which you are referring to?
The simple future (passive) is a statement of fact. "He is to be taught" could be used as an emphatic response in a situation where there is some debate.

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