Bedeutung
Looking forward to what comes next.
Kultureller Hintergrund
During the 2010s economic crisis, this phrase was used extensively in public discourse to combat the high rates of youth emigration and depression. In Cyprus, the phrase often carries a political weight regarding the future of the island's reunification, symbolizing hope for a better tomorrow. Second and third-generation Greeks use this phrase to bridge their heritage with their modern ambitions in their new countries. The phrase is a 'lyric magnet.' You will find it in dozens of 'Skyladiko' or 'Entekhno' songs about moving on from a toxic ex.
Add 'Όλο'
To sound like a native, say 'Το μέλλον είναι όλο μπροστά σου.' The word 'όλο' (all/entirely) adds a beautiful emphasis of abundance.
Don't use 'πριν'
Never say 'Το μέλλον είναι πριν.' Even though 'πριν' means 'before,' it only refers to time (ago). For 'ahead,' always use 'μπροστά'.
Bedeutung
Looking forward to what comes next.
Add 'Όλο'
To sound like a native, say 'Το μέλλον είναι όλο μπροστά σου.' The word 'όλο' (all/entirely) adds a beautiful emphasis of abundance.
Don't use 'πριν'
Never say 'Το μέλλον είναι πριν.' Even though 'πριν' means 'before,' it only refers to time (ago). For 'ahead,' always use 'μπροστά'.
The 'Crisis' Context
Be aware that for some Greeks, this phrase might sound like a political cliché. Use it sincerely in personal contexts.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
Μην ανησυχείς για το παρελθόν, το μέλλον είναι _______.
The idiom specifically uses 'μπροστά' (ahead) to indicate hope and progress.
Which sentence is the most natural way to encourage a friend?
Your friend is sad about a breakup. What do you say?
Adding 'σου' makes the encouragement personal and natural.
Complete the dialogue with the appropriate phrase.
Πέτρος: 'Φοβάμαι να ξεκινήσω τη δική μου επιχείρηση.' Μαρία: 'Μη φοβάσαι! Είσαι ικανός και _______.'
This fits the context of encouraging someone at a new beginning.
Match the situation to the most likely use of the phrase.
Situation: A politician giving a speech about national growth.
In a formal context, the phrase is used to promise collective progress.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenΜην ανησυχείς για το παρελθόν, το μέλλον είναι _______.
The idiom specifically uses 'μπροστά' (ahead) to indicate hope and progress.
Your friend is sad about a breakup. What do you say?
Adding 'σου' makes the encouragement personal and natural.
Πέτρος: 'Φοβάμαι να ξεκινήσω τη δική μου επιχείρηση.' Μαρία: 'Μη φοβάσαι! Είσαι ικανός και _______.'
This fits the context of encouraging someone at a new beginning.
Situation: A politician giving a speech about national growth.
In a formal context, the phrase is used to promise collective progress.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
4 FragenYes, it is very common in business to say 'Το μέλλον είναι μπροστά για την εταιρεία μας' to inspire employees.
'Μπροστά σου' is much more natural and common. 'Μπροστά από εσένα' sounds like someone is physically standing in front of you.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your mother, or your best friend.
There isn't one single phrase, but you might say 'Το παρελθόν μας κυνηγάει' (The past is haunting us).
Verwandte Redewendungen
τα καλύτερα έρχονται
synonymThe best is yet to come.
κοίτα μπροστά
similarLook ahead.
γυρίζω σελίδα
builds onTo turn a page.
πίσω ολοταχώς
contrastFull speed backward.
