未来

mirai
nounBeginner future
general

The time that comes after the present; what is yet to happen.

未来の技術はどんなものになるでしょうか。

What will future technology be like?

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Often used in discussions about predictions, plans, or aspirations.

Collocations

未来への希望hope for the future未来を変えるto change the future未来予測future prediction

Antonyms

Related Phrases

未来を切り開くphrase
to forge the future
未来への投資phrase
investment in the future

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

Often paired with '希望' (hope) or '技術' (technology) to discuss aspirations or advancements.

Gold Rule

Formal vs. Informal

In formal contexts, often used in discussions about planning or predictions. In informal contexts, may refer to personal aspirations.

📖Word Origin

Composed of '未' (not yet) and '来' (to come), literally meaning 'that which has not yet come.'

📝Usage Notes

Can refer to both near and distant future contexts. Often used in formal and informal settings.

Word Breakdown

not yet
prefix
+
to come
root
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