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The future tense form of 'meant' is formed by using the auxiliary verb will followed by the base form of the verb mean. Example: I will mean what I say. (I will mean what I say.)
Definition of “mean”
- to intend or plan to do something
- to have a particular meaning or significance
Tense sentence structure and examples:
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Notes from a Native English Speaker
Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed
| Future Simple | mean |
| Future Continuous | meaning |
| Future Perfect | meant |
Future Simple
The simple future tense is used to describe actions that will happen in the future.
Subject + will/shall + Verb + (Object)
Example
He will mean what he says.
Example
We will mean business.
Future Continuous
The future continuous tense is used to describe actions that will be in progress at a specific time in the future.
Subject + will be + Present Participle + (Object)
Example
At this time tomorrow, she will be meaning to finish the project.
Example
They will be meaning to discuss the matter further.
Future Perfect
The future perfect tense is used to indicate actions that will be completed at a specified point in the future.
Subject + will/shall have + Past Participle + (Object)
Example
By the end of the week, he will have meant to apologize.
Example
They will have meant to resolve the issue.
