Forthcoming for Dummies

Forthcoming means that something is going to happen or be available in the near future. It's like when you and your friends are planning a picnic and you say, "Hey, is there any forthcoming weekend that would work for all of us? I want to make sure we can all come together." Here, "forthcoming" means a weekend that is coming up soon, or in the near future, when all your friends will be available.

Let me explain this a bit more. Imagine you are eagerly waiting for a new book that your favorite author has written. You find out that it is going to be released next month. That means the book is forthcoming. It's something you are looking forward to, and it will be available for you to read soon.

But "forthcoming" can also mean that someone is open and willing to share or provide information. It's like when your teacher says, "If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. I am always forthcoming with answers that can help you understand better." Here, "forthcoming" means your teacher is ready and happy to share information and help you with any questions you might have.

So, to sum it up, "forthcoming" means something that is coming up soon, whether it's an event, a book, or any other thing that you are eagerly waiting for. It can also mean someone who is open and willing to share information or help you.