Cool MateMeaning of Forthcoming
going to happen, be published, etc. very soon
In simple words: Coming soon or about to happen.
Forthcoming in a sentence
- the forthcoming elections
- a list of forthcoming books
- the band’s forthcoming UK tour
- Once or twice a year the publishers put out a list of forthcoming books.
- The band have added an extra date to their forthcoming UK tour.
- Three main parties will contest the forthcoming elections.
- Financial support was not forthcoming.
- Help was immediately forthcoming.
- She's never very forthcoming about her plans.
How to use Forthcoming
Use 'forthcoming' when referring to something that is expected to happen soon, like events or information. It's more formal than just saying 'coming soon.' Avoid in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'forth' as going out and 'coming' together - it's something that's on the way!
Related words
Collocations with Forthcoming
- be
- readily
- immediately
- be
- not very
- about
Common mistakes with Forthcoming
- Confused with 'forthcoming' vs 'forth comings' (think of it as a single word).
- Using it to describe people who are unwilling to share (it actually means they are ready to share).
Forthcoming appears in
Forthcoming in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
قادم، وشيك، متاح
قادم قريبًا أو على وشك الحدوث.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আসন্ন, শীঘ্রই আসছে
শীঘ্রই আসছে বা ঘটতে চলেছে।
- GermanDeutsch
Bevorstehend, Kommend
Kommt bald oder steht kurz bevor.
- SpanishEspañol
Próximo, que viene
Que viene pronto o está a punto de suceder.
- Persianفارسی
در حال آمدن
به زودی میآید یا در حال وقوع است.
- FrenchFrançais
À venir, Prochain
Qui arrive bientôt ou qui est sur le point de se produire.
- Hindiहिन्दी
आगामी, आने वाला
जल्द ही आने वाला या होने वाला है।
- ItalianItaliano
Prossimo, In arrivo
Sta arrivando o sta per succedere.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Próximo, Futuro, Disponível
Vindo em breve ou prestes a acontecer.
- RussianРусский
Предстоящий, грядущий
Скоро произойдет или вот-вот случится.
- Urduاردو
آئندہ، آنے والا
جلد آ رہا ہے یا ہونے والا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
即将到来, 乐于提供
Coming soon or about to happen.
More words like Forthcoming
- Imminent
- Upcoming
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Forthcoming
What does Forthcoming mean?
Coming soon or about to happen.
What is the definition of Forthcoming?
going to happen, be published, etc. very soon
How do you use Forthcoming in a sentence?
the forthcoming elections
Can you give another example of Forthcoming?
a list of forthcoming books
What are synonyms for Forthcoming?
Common alternatives include approaching, imminent, upcoming, pending, impending.
What is the opposite of Forthcoming?
Opposite meanings include distant, remote, uncertain.
What words go with Forthcoming?
It commonly pairs with be, readily, immediately, be, not very, about.
What are common mistakes when using Forthcoming?
Confused with 'forthcoming' vs 'forth comings' (think of it as a single word). Using it to describe people who are unwilling to share (it actually means they are ready to share).
How do you pronounce Forthcoming?
US: /["/ˌfɔːrθˈkʌmɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˌfɔːθˈkʌmɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Forthcoming?
Use 'forthcoming' when referring to something that is expected to happen soon, like events or information. It's more formal than just saying 'coming soon.' Avoid in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Forthcoming?
"Forthcoming" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.