Are these sentences natural? May 2

Hi,

Are the following sentences natural to a native ear?

1. We see this event as going to be a big phenomenon.

2. I thought you would take the day off for the royal marriage.

3. Is that how you would calculate this ratio?

Thanks,
MG.

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Originally Posted by musicgold

Hi,

Are the following sentences natural to a native ear?

1. We see this event as going to be a big phenomenon.

2. I thought you would take the day off for the royal marriage.

3. Is that how you would calculate this ratio?

Thanks,
MG.

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1. Not natural - maybe "We see this event becoming a big phenomenon"

2. Natural

3. Natural

*** Not a teacher, but a native speaker ***

Not a teacher.

I think more people would use the word "wedding" to describe the ceremony during which the marriage commences.