Present continuous for arrangements

Use the present continuous for fixed future arrangements with a clear time or place.

When do we use it?

Describe scheduled personal arrangements in the near future.

Form

Use am/is/are + verb-ing with a future time expression.

• I am meeting Sara tomorrow.
• We are leaving at six.
• He is flying on Friday.

Key contrast

Look for the subject, noun type, sentence form and time expression before choosing.

Common mistakes

• I meet Sara tomorrow. → I am meeting Sara tomorrow.
• We are leave at six. → We are leaving at six.

Remember

Use the present continuous for fixed future arrangements with a clear time or place.

Quick check

• Read the complete sentence.
• Find the grammar clue.
• Choose the form that fits both meaning and structure.