Avenir (en. Future)

/avəniʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The moment that has not yet arrived.
The future is uncertain.
L'avenir est incertain.
Future events.
We must think about the future of our society.
Nous devons penser à l'avenir de notre société.
A person's destiny or fate.
She believes in a bright future.
Elle croit en un avenir radieux.

Etymology

From the Latin 'advenire', which means 'to arrive'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a promising future
A positive outlook for the future.
un avenir prometteur
to think about the future
To reflect on the future.
penser à l'avenir
the future belongs to those who wake up early
Those who work hard for the future succeed.
l'avenir appartient à ceux qui se lèvent tôt

Related Words

near future
The immediate future.
avenir proche
foresee the future
Anticipate future events.
prévoir l'avenir

Slang Meanings

An uncertain or mixed future.
That future is a bit unclear.
Cet avenir là, c'est du flou artistique.
Opportunity to come.
I have a good plan for my future, it's going to be great!
J'ai un bon plan pour mon avenir, ça va envoyer !