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UK/["/ˈfjuːtʃə(r)/"]/US/["/ˈfjuːtʃər/"]/

Meaning of Future

In simple words: Something that will happen later.

Future in a sentence

  • The future is unpredictable, but we can prepare for it.
  • She has big dreams for her future after graduation.
  • In the future, we will use more technology in our daily lives.
  • His future depends on the choices he makes today.
  • They discussed what the future might look like.

How to use Future

Used in various contexts to discuss time ahead. Common in both spoken and written language. Avoid in very formal contexts when discussing specific events.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'futuristic' car zooming ahead in time.

Related words

Collocations with Future

Synonyms for Future

Opposites of Future

Common mistakes with Future

  • Confused with 'past' and 'present'.
  • Using as a verb, e.g., 'to future'.
  • Mispronouncing, often saying 'fuy-ture' instead of 'fyoo-ture'.

Compare Future with Tomorrow, Prospect, Fate, Outlook

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Frequently asked questions about Future

What does Future mean?

Something that will happen later.

What is the definition of Future?

the time that will come after the present or the events that will happen then

How do you use Future in a sentence?

The future is unpredictable, but we can prepare for it.

Can you give another example of Future?

She has big dreams for her future after graduation.

What are synonyms for Future?

Common alternatives include tomorrow, prospect, fate, outlook, eventuality.

What is the opposite of Future?

Opposite meanings include past, present.

What words go with Future?

It commonly pairs with foreseeable, immediate, near, look to, plan for, foretell, bring (somebody), hold, for the future, in (the) future, of the future, a vision for the future, a vision of the future, bright, brilliant, exciting, face, have, create, await (somebody), future as, future in, a question mark over the future of somebody/​something, bright, brilliant, exciting, face, have, create, await (somebody), future as, future in, a question mark over the future of somebody/​something.

What are common mistakes when using Future?

Confused with 'past' and 'present'. Using as a verb, e.g., 'to future'. Mispronouncing, often saying 'fuy-ture' instead of 'fyoo-ture'.

How do you pronounce Future?

US: /["/ˈfjuːtʃər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfjuːtʃə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Future?

Used in various contexts to discuss time ahead. Common in both spoken and written language. Avoid in very formal contexts when discussing specific events.

What CEFR level is Future?

"Future" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.