μένει να διαπιστωθεί

Translations

• it remains to be seen
• we have yet to find out
• it is yet to be determined

Literal Translation

it remains to be verified/ascertained

Forms

Usage Notes

Always used in the structure 'μένει να + verb in subjunctive'. The verb following 'να' is typically in the passive voice when discussing formal matters.

Etymology

Combination of the verb 'μένω' (to remain/stay) with the subjunctive form of 'διαπιστώνω' (to verify/ascertain)

Cultural Context

Commonly used in news reporting, formal discussions, and everyday speech when referring to uncertain future outcomes

• Think of 'remains' (μένει) + 'to be verified' (να διαπιστωθεί) = something that still needs confirmation
• Connect it to the English phrase 'it remains to be seen' which has the same structure and meaning