What Is the Future Perfect Tense?
Completion Before a Future Moment
Describes an action that will be completed before a specific future time or event arrives.
The Past in the Future
Think of it as looking back from a future point to see what will already be done by then.
Example in Action
By 8 PM, I will have finished my homework. — The homework is done before the 8 PM deadline.
How Is It Formed?
The Formula
Subject + will + have + past participle
The past participle is the verb in its third form (finished, completed, left, eaten).
Positive Examples
- She will have left by noon.
- They will have completed the project by Friday.
Variations
Negative Form
- will not (won’t) + have + past participle
- Example: I won’t have finished by Monday.
Question Form
- Will + subject + have + past participle?
- Example: Will you have arrived by 6 PM?
