zukünftige
Translation
future, coming, prospective
Examples
Die zukünftige Entwicklung ist ungewiss.
The future development is uncertain.
Wir planen zukünftige Projekte.
We are planning future projects.
Grammar Patterns
future + ((noun)) The future queen is very young.
Similar Words
Synonyms: kommend (coming), bevorstehend (imminent); Antonyms: vergangen (past), ehemalig (former).
Etymology
From 'Zukunft' (future) + adjective suffix '-ig'. 'Zukunft' itself comes from 'zu' (to) + the root of 'kommen' (to come), meaning 'that which is to come'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'zu' (to) + 'künftig' (coming). It describes something that is 'coming to' you in the future.