“I will can” or “I will be able”: which is correct?
I will be able
The short answer
The correct expression is I will be able to instead of I will can.
Why people get it wrong
People make this error when trying to express future ability. They mistakenly combine will and can, not realizing that in English, you cannot use two modal verbs together. Instead, the correct form to express future ability is will be able to.
What kind of mistake it is
A grammatical error involving the incorrect combination of modal auxiliary verbs.
Examples with I will be able
- I will be able to attend the meeting.
- She will be able to help you tomorrow.
- They will be able to finish the project on time.
Quick check
to attend the meeting.
The correct expression is I will be able to instead of I will can.
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