bevorstehend
upcoming
Etwas, das sehr bald passieren wird.
The German word "bevorstehend" is an adjective that means "upcoming" or "imminent." It is derived from the verb "bevorstehen," which implies the sense of something that is approaching or expected to happen soon. Similar words in German include "kommend" (coming), "anstehend" (pending), and "bald" (soon).
The difference lies in nuance: "bevorstehend" specifically refers to something that is about to occur and often carries a sense of anticipation or implication of enactment, while "kommend" is more general about future occurrences, and "anstehend" often refers to something that needs to be addressed or completed soon.
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Examples
Die bevorstehende Prüfung bereitet ihm Sorgen.adjective
The upcoming exam is causing him worry.
Ein bevorstehendes Ereignis sorgt für Aufregung.adjective
An upcoming event is causing excitement.
Die bevorstehende Prüfung macht ihm etwas Angst.adjective
The upcoming exam makes him a little nervous.
Die Stadt bereitet sich auf das bevorstehende Festival vor.adjective
The city is preparing for the upcoming festival.
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