前途洋々
Meanings
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noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', taru-adjective, adverb taking the 'to' particle
promising future; rosy prospects
A yojijukugo describing a future that looks bright and full of promise. Often used in formal or congratulatory contexts.
He is a young man with a bright future.
I wish the graduates a promising future.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉の前途洋々たる未来someone's bright, promising future
A bright future awaits the new employees.
- 前途洋々な〈人〉a person with a bright future ahead
He is a young researcher with a very promising future.
- 前途洋々としているto have a bright future ahead (of a person's prospects)
With graduation ahead of her, her future looks very bright.