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future / from now on
Refers to the future or describes something that will happen or apply in the future. It can be used as an adjective or an adverb.
Künftig werden alle Anträge digital eingereicht.
From now on, all applications will be submitted digitally.
The word 'künftig' is closely related to 'Zukunft' (future). Both words share the old stem '-kunft', which means arrival or future, making it a good memory aid for the meaning.
Unsere künftigen Projekte werden sehr spannend.
Our future projects will be very exciting.
When 'künftig' is used as an adverb at the beginning of a sentence, the verb follows directly in position 2. This word order is called inversion and is typical for many adverbs placed at the beginning of a sentence.
Künftig müssen alle Mitarbeiter einen Ausweis tragen.
From now on, all employees must wear an ID.
As an adjective, 'künftig' stands before a noun and describes a person or thing in its future role or quality. It is declined like any other adjective.
Der künftige Mieter muss eine Kaution bezahlen.
The future tenant must pay a deposit.
'Künftig' is often used in formal or official contexts, for example in announcements, rules, or laws. As a result, it sounds somewhat more formal.
Künftig gelten neue Datenschutzrichtlinien.
New data protection guidelines will apply from now on.
now
'jetzt' and 'künftig' can both refer to a change starting from a certain point. 'jetzt' first means the current moment; in 'ab jetzt' (from now on), it looks from this moment into the future. 'künftig' generally means the future or what will apply later. They can be confused when a new rule begins. 'Ab jetzt' sounds more direct and immediate. 'Künftig' sounds somewhat more factual and fits well with plans, rules, or future situations.
Künftig schreibe ich mir wichtige Termine sofort in den Kalender.
From now on, I will write important appointments in my calendar right away.
Ab jetzt bezahlt die Kundin ihre Einkäufe mit Karte.
From now on, the customer pays for her purchases by card.