shall
Pronunciation:
/ˈʃæl//ʃ(ə)/verb
Definitions
(modal, auxiliary verb, defective) Used before a verb to indicate the simple future tense in the first person singular or plural.
Example: I hope that we shall win the game.
Used similarly to indicate determination or obligation in the second and third persons singular or plural.
Example: (determination): You shall go to the ball!
Used in questions with the first person singular or plural to suggest a possible future action.
Example: Let us examine that, shall we?
To owe.