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J’ai l’intention de + infinitif vs. Je prévois de + infinitif vs. J’ai prévu de + infinitif: how to choose
All three can concern a future action. The contrast is intention, current planning and earlier planning; it is not a guaranteed ranking from uncertain to certain.
The decision: Want to stress intention? J’ai l’intention de… Current plan? Je prévois de… Plan made earlier? J’ai prévu de…
The choices at a glance
| Choose | When to use it | Pattern and example |
|---|---|---|
| J’ai l’intention de + infinitif | Focus on what you intend to do. | J’ai l’intention de proposer un planning commun.I intend to suggest a shared schedule. |
| Je prévois de + infinitif | Describe your current plan. | Je prévois de proposer un planning commun.I plan to suggest a shared schedule. |
| J’ai prévu de + infinitif | Report that the planning has already happened; the action need not be completed. | J’ai prévu de proposer un planning commun lundi prochain.I have planned to suggest a shared schedule next Monday. |
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