toekomstige

Toekomstige is a Dutch adjective meaning future, upcoming, or prospective. It describes something related to the time to come and is formed from the noun toekomst (the future) with the adjectival suffix -ig. As a result, toekomstig is the base form, and its inflected form toekomstige is used before nouns.

In ordinary use, toekomstige occurs attributively before a noun. Examples include toekomstige plannen (future plans), toekomstige generaties (future generations), and een toekomstige gebeurtenis (a future event). The form typically reflects number and definiteness in common Dutch usage, with -e appearing in many attributive cases. The word can also appear in plural contexts, as in toekomstige ontwikkelingen.

The term is closely related to other words describing time and expectation, such as toekomst (the future) and toekomstigheid (future-oriented character or potential). Synonyms or near-synonyms in specific contexts include komende (upcoming) and volgend (following or next), though each carries its own nuance.

Grammatical notes: toekomstig is the uninflected base used in predicative position after linking verbs, whereas toekomstige is the attributive form before a noun. The distinction mirrors Dutch patterns for strong vs. weak adjective inflection and varies slightly by dialect and register. In general, przysz is used in formal and written Dutch to convey planning, forecasts, or forward-looking statements.

See also: toekomst, toekomstigheid, toekomstig.