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Teleostomi Posted 20 years ago
Grammar

"will be seeing" or "will see"?



(1) In the first half of this semester, you will be seeing a beginner level class.

(2) In the first half of this semester, you will see a beginner level class.
Which is better? Are they different sentences in meaning?
  

Top answer

It is not a question of 'better'. Both are fine and mean the same. The continuous form makes the image more graphic for the listener; it activates the event.

— Mister Micawber

  • It is not a question of 'better'.
  • Both are fine and mean the same.
  • The continuous form makes the image more graphic for the listener; it activates the event.
  • The continuous is produced from an increased concern or enthusiasm in the speaker.
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It is not a question of 'better'. Both are fine and mean the same. The continuous form makes the image more graphic for the listener; it activates the event. The continuous is produced from an increased concern or enthusiasm in the speaker.
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That way the continuous form usually gets more polite?

Thank you, Mister Mic.
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Yes, I think that is a good generalization, Teleostomi. My favorite (and overused) example:

Do you want ketchup with your fries?
Will you have coffee with your dessert?
Will you be having an aperitif before the first course, sir?
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I like the crescendo in your example, MMEmotion: smile
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