próximos proyectos
/pɾoɡsimos pɾoʝeɡtos/from spelling rules
The English phrase "upcoming projects" is translated into Spanish as próximos proyectos.
In this context, próximos refers to temporal proximity rather than physical distance.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of próximos (next/upcoming) and proyectos (projects).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Latin America, Proyectos venideros is a formal synonym for upcoming projects.
How does it change in a sentence?
Because proyectos is a masculine plural noun, the adjective próximos must also be in the masculine plural form to agree with it. To refer to a single upcoming project, use the singular form próximo proyecto.
How do you pronounce it?
/pɾoɡsimos pɾoʝeɡtos/
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking business contexts, you might hear proyectos en ciernes, which literally translates to 'projects in the germinating stage'.
- While proyecto means 'project' today, it comes from the Latin 'proiectus', meaning 'to throw forward', reflecting the idea of casting a plan into the future.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, using the word venideros instead of próximos evokes a poetic or biblical tone, suggesting a future that is destined or promised.
Examples in context
- El equipo de dirección presentará los proyectos futuros en la reunión de mañana.The management team will present the upcoming projects at tomorrow's meeting.
- La empresa está enfocada en los próximos proyectos de expansión en América Latina.The company is focused on the upcoming expansion projects in Latin America.
- Nuestro equipo está trabajando en los proyectos venideros para el próximo año.Our team is working on the upcoming projects for next year.
- La empresa está emocionada por las próximas iniciativas en el campo de la tecnología.The company is excited about the upcoming initiatives in the field of technology.
- Estamos planeando los próximos proyectos.We are planning the upcoming projects.
- ¿Cuándo empezamos con los próximos proyectos?When do we start with the upcoming projects?
- Los próximos proyectos serán muy interesantes.The upcoming projects will be very interesting.
Example conversation
Two colleagues are chatting in the office breakroom.
- MaríaHola Javier, ¿tienes tiempo para revisar los próximos proyectos?Hi Javier, do you have time to review the upcoming projects?
- JavierSí, María. Puedo revisarlos ahora mismo.Yes, María. I can review them right now.
- MaríaPerfecto, quiero que estén listos para mañana.Perfect, I want them to be ready for tomorrow.
- JavierNo te preocupes, yo me encargo.Don't worry, I'll take care of it.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
