nahend
Translation
approaching, coming, imminent, impending
Examples
Der nahende Sturm macht uns Sorgen.
The approaching storm worries us.
Das nahende Ende des Jahres ist spürbar.
The approaching end of the year is noticeable.
Grammar Patterns
nahend + Noun approaching ... The approaching train is on time.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bevorstehend, kommend; Antonyms: fern, vergangen
Etymology
Present participle of the verb 'nahen' (to approach), which comes from the adjective 'nah' (near).
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'nigh', which is a cognate of 'nah'. 'Nahend' describes the state of 'nigh-ing' or approaching.