How to Say "impending" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “impending” is “inminente” — B2 level.
Examples
El comienzo del partido es inminente.
The start of the game is imminent.
Ante el peligro inminente, la gente abandonó el edificio.
Faced with imminent danger, people left the building.
Los científicos advierten que una erupción es inminente.
Scientists warn that an eruption is imminent.
One Form for Everyone
This word is a 'neutral' adjective. It stays exactly the same whether you are describing a masculine noun (el peligro inminente) or a feminine noun (la llegada inminente).
Word Placement
In Spanish, this word almost always comes after the noun it describes to give it more emphasis.
The 'E' vs 'I' Trap
Mistake: “Using 'eminente' when you mean 'soon.'”
Correction: Use 'inminente' for things happening soon. 'Eminente' means someone is very distinguished or famous.
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