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[ nekst ]

Adjective / Adverb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adjective

in a sequence

Coming after this one; being the one that follows; immediately following the present one.

Synonyms

following, subsequent, succeeding

Examples of usage

  • The next chapter in the book continues the story.
  • Let's meet again next week.
  • He is scheduled to speak next.
Context #2 | Adverb

in time or order

On the first occasion to come, at the first time; on the next occasion.

Synonyms

afterwards, subsequently, then

Examples of usage

  • We'll do better next time.
  • The meeting will take place next Tuesday.
  • She is next in line for promotion.
Context #3 | Noun

the one that follows

The next person or thing is the one that comes immediately after the present one in order, place, or time.

Synonyms

following, subsequent, successor

Examples of usage

  • I am next in line to get a promotion.
  • The next in line for the throne.

Translations

Translations of the word "next" in other languages:

🇵🇹 próximo

🇮🇳 अगला

🇩🇪 nächste

🇮🇩 berikut

🇺🇦 наступний

🇵🇱 następny

🇯🇵 

🇫🇷 prochain

🇪🇸 siguiente

🇹🇷 sonraki

🇰🇷 다음

🇸🇦 التالي

🇨🇿 další

🇸🇰 ďalší

🇨🇳 下一个

🇸🇮 naslednji

🇮🇸 næsta

🇰🇿 келесі

🇬🇪 შემდეგი

🇦🇿 növbəti

🇲🇽 siguiente

Etymology

The word 'next' originated from the Old English word 'neahst', which means nearest or closest. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to something that follows in order or time. The word has been used in English since the 12th century and has remained a common and versatile word in the language.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #253, this word is vital for basic English fluency. It appears very frequently in everyday language and should be among the first words you learn and actively use.