tomorrow

tomorrow


Pronunciation

The IPA phonetic spelling for "tomorrow" is /təˈmɒr.oʊ/ (British English) or /təˈmɑːr.oʊ/ (American English).

For /təˈmɒr.oʊ/:

  • /tə/

  • /ˈmɒr/

  • /oʊ/


Word Form Variations

  • Noun: tomorrow (singular, referring to the next day)

  • Adverb: tomorrow (no comparative/superlative forms)

  • Adjective: tomorrow (used attributively, e.g., "tomorrow's weather," "tomorrow's meeting")



Definitions, Synonyms and Antonyms

Noun

  • Definition 1: The day after today.

    • Synonyms: the next day, the following day, the morrow (archaic/poetic)

    • Antonyms: today, yesterday, the past

  • Definition 2: The future; a future time or state.

    • Synonyms: the future, the coming days/years, posterity, what lies ahead

    • Antonyms: the past, history, yesterday (figurative), antiquity

Adverb

  • Definition 1: On or during the day after today.

    • Synonyms: the next day, on the morrow (archaic/poetic)

    • Antonyms: today, yesterday, now

  • Definition 2: In or for the future.

    • Synonyms: in the future, eventually, one day, someday

    • Antonyms: today, currently, presently, now

Adjective

  • Definition 1: Of or relating to the day after today, or to the future. (Used attributively)

    • Synonyms: next day's, future, impending, upcoming

    • Antonyms: today's, yesterday's, past, current


Examples of Use

Books:

  • "Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow, Creeps in this petty pace from day to day, To the last syllable of recorded time." (William Shakespeare, Macbeth, Act 5, Scene 5)

  • "He lived for tomorrow, always planning the next adventure, rarely dwelling on the past." (Fictional example from an optimistic or adventurous novel)

  • "The book details the potential societal challenges and technological advancements that await us in tomorrow's world." (From a non-fiction book on futurology or social commentary)

Newspapers:

  • "The High Court is expected to deliver its verdict on the election petition tomorrow." (Daily Nation)

  • "What does tomorrow hold for the Kenyan economy amidst global uncertainties? An expert analysis." (Business Daily Africa,)

  • "Residents are urged to stay vigilant as heavy rains are forecast for tomorrow." (The Standard)

Online Publications:

  • "Five habits to start today for a more productive tomorrow." (An article on a self-improvement blog, e.g., Lifehack.org,)

  • "Our live coverage continues tomorrow as the tech conference enters its second day." (A news update on a tech website, e.g., TechCrunch)

  • "The future of work is here today, shaping tomorrow's careers." (A thought piece on a professional development platform, e.g., LinkedIn Learning Blog)

Various Entertainment Mediums and Platforms:

  • Film: "Tomorrow, tomorrow, I love ya, tomorrow! You're always a day away!" (From the song "Tomorrow" in the musical Annie, 1982 film adaptation)

  • Television Series: "This is the big one, detective. The case that could make or break our careers. The future starts tomorrow." (Dialogue from a crime procedural, e.g., Castle)

  • Song Lyrics: "Tomorrow never knows." (The Beatles, "Tomorrow Never Knows," 1966)

  • Video Games: "Your mission objective will be available starting tomorrow morning." (In-game notification or message, e.g., Animal Crossing: New Horizons)

  • Podcasts: "Join us again tomorrow for another fascinating dive into the world of true crime." (A podcast host's closing remarks)

General Public Discourse:

  • "What are you doing tomorrow?" (A very common question)

  • "I'll finish this report tomorrow, I'm too tired today." (A common statement about procrastination)

  • "We need to plan for tomorrow's meeting very carefully." (A statement about preparation)

  • "Tomorrow is another day." (A common phrase expressing hope or resilience)

  • "I hope the weather is better tomorrow." (A common expression of a wish)



10 Quotes Using Tomorrow

  1. "Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow, Creeps in this petty pace from day to day." (William Shakespeare, Macbeth, Act 5, Scene 5)

  2. "The sun'll come out tomorrow." (From the song "Tomorrow" in the musical Annie, 1977)

  3. "Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today." (Benjamin Franklin)

  4. "Don't worry about tomorrow; sufficient for today is its own trouble." (Matthew 6:34, Biblical, adapted)

  5. "I believe in a better tomorrow." (Lesser-known, but common motivational phrase)

  6. "You are what you do today, not what you say you'll do tomorrow." (Unknown, widely shared motivational quote)

  7. "After all, tomorrow is another day!" (Margaret Mitchell, Gone with the Wind, 1936)

  8. "Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow." (Albert Einstein)

  9. "Tomorrow never knows." (The Beatles, song title, 1966)

  10. "Tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today." (African Proverb)


Etymology

The word "tomorrow" is a very old and straightforward word in English, actually being a combination of two older words.

It comes from the Old English phrase tō morgene or tō morgen.

  • : This is the Old English word for "to" (our modern "to"), often indicating a point in time or direction.

  • morgene or morgen: This is the dative case (used for indirect objects or showing direction/time) of the Old English word morgen, meaning "morning" (our modern "morn" or "morning").

So, literally, tō morgene meant something like "to the morning" or "on the next morning."

The first known use of "tomorrow" in English, with the meaning of "on the day after today," dates back to before the 9th century (Old English period). Over centuries, the phrase fused together, and the meaning broadened from specifically "the next morning" to encompass the entire "next day," becoming the single word "tomorrow" that we use now.



Phrases + Idioms Containing Tomorrow

Here's a list of phrases and idioms using "tomorrow":

  • Tomorrow never comes: Used to suggest that someone is procrastinating or avoiding something indefinitely.

  • A new day, a new tomorrow: Expressing hope or a fresh start.

  • Tomorrow is another day: A phrase used to express optimism or resilience, suggesting that problems can be dealt with later.

  • Tomorrow's problems: Issues or concerns that are not immediate and can be dealt with in the future.

  • Till tomorrow: Until the next day; goodbye for the day.

  • He lives for tomorrow: Someone who is constantly planning for the future, perhaps neglecting the present.

  • The promise of tomorrow: The hopeful potential of the future.

  • To put off until tomorrow: To postpone something. (Synonymous with procrastinating)

  • Beyond tomorrow: Far into the future; indefinitely.

  • Tomorrow's news: Something that is current or relevant today but will quickly become old or irrelevant.

  • There's always tomorrow: An optimistic outlook that there will be another opportunity. (Synonym for "another chance")

  • The dawn of a new day: (Figurative) The beginning of a new era or period of hope. (Synonymous with "a new tomorrow")

  • To face the future: To confront upcoming challenges or opportunities. (Synonymous with "facing tomorrow")

  • The coming days: The near future. (Synonym for "tomorrow" in a broader sense)


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Source Information

Definition of tomorrow from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.


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