Be going to do something Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Immediate Future Often used when the decision or plan is made shortly before speaking. We're going to start the project right after this meeting. Pro Tip 2/3Concrete Plans Use when you've decided and are sure about what you will do. I'm going to visit my grandparents this weekend. Pro Tip 3/3Personal Intent Shows an individual's intention or decision, not a general fact. She's going to start her own business next year.