Comparing "jianglai" and "weilai"
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将来 and 未来 are both nouns that mean the future and in many circumstances can be used interchangeably. 将来 is used in both informal and formal settings, whereas 未来 is used in formal settings. While very similar in meaning, both have distinct uses, for example only 将来 is used to compare the future to the present or past condition. As well, only 未来 can be mean the very near future (approximately a week or less，this needs to be confirmed) and a hope for a brighter future.
| 将来 (jiānglái) | 未来 (wèilái) | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | the future | the future |
| Part of Speech | noun | noun |
| Formality | flexible | formal |
Contents
To say the future oftentimes both 将来 and 未来 can be used interchangeably.
Common Phrases
In the following examples both 将来 and 未来 can be used.
- 世界的～
- ～的计划,
- ～的打算
- 更好的～
- 美好的～
To compare the future to the present or past condition use 将来.
Example Sentences
In the following examples only 将来 can be used.
- 将来你打算做什么工作？
To say the very near future (approximately a week or less) use 未来
Common Phrases
In the following examples only 未来 can be used.
- 未来24个小时
- 未来的三天
