demnächst
The English phrase 'coming soon' can be translated into German as demnächst.
demnächst is used to indicate that something will happen or be available in the near future. In the specific context of product availability, you may also see the phrase Demnächst verfügbar to mean 'coming soon' or 'soon available'.
Which one should you use?
While both words can translate to 'soon', demnächst is used for a slightly more indefinite 'soon' or 'in the near future'. In contrast, bald is used when something is expected to happen very soon or shortly.
Did you know?
- In German cinema, the English phrase 'Coming Soon' is frequently left untranslated on posters and trailers rather than using demnächst.
- The word demnächst shares a root with the English word 'next', as both stem from a Proto-Germanic word for 'nearest'.
- In some regional dialects, you might hear glei instead of demnächst or bald, which implies something is happening almost instantly.
Examples in context
- Unser neues Produkt ist in Kürze verfügbarOur new product will be available soon.
- Das Buch ist bald erhältlichThe book will be available soon.
- Unser neuer Film ist demnächst verfügbarOur new movie is coming soon.
- Wir gehen demnächst ins KinoWe're going to the movies soon.
- Mach dir keine Sorgen, das Essen ist gleich da!Don't worry, the food is coming soon!
- Unser neues Projekt wird in Kürze starten, bitte bleiben Sie gespannt!Our new project will start soon, please stay tuned!
- Das neue Restaurant eröffnet demnächst.The new restaurant is opening soon.
- Wir sehen uns demnächst.We will see each other soon.
- Das Buch erscheint demnächst.The book is coming out soon.
Example conversation
Laura and Felix are talking about a movie release in a cafe.
- LauraKommt der neue Film demnächst?Is the new movie coming soon?
- FelixJa, er kommt schon nächste Woche.Yes, it's coming next week.
- LauraDas ist ja toll!That is great!
- FelixWollen wir ihn zusammen sehen?Do we want to see it together?
