Cool MateNext
UK /["/nekst/"]/US /["/nekst/"]/
Definition
coming straight after somebody/something in time, order or space
In simple words: The one that comes after the current one.
Examples
- The next train arrives in five minutes.
- Please turn to the next page of the book.
- Who will be the next president of the club?
- I will call you on the next available date.
- Next week, we are going camping.
- This is the next step in the process.
Usage notes
Use 'next' when referring to something coming after in time or order. It’s suitable for both spoken and written English. Avoid using in formal contexts where more specific terms, like 'subsequent', may be preferred.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective/adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'next' as what's coming to you like a gift — there's always something on the way!
Collocations
- next week
- next time
- next door
- next level
- next month
Synonyms
- following
- subsequent
- ensuing
- succeeding
Antonyms
- previous
- prior
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'last' when referring to order
- Using 'next' instead of 'after' in some contexts
- Omitting it in phrases like 'next time'