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B1adjectivemediasociety

US/ˈkɜːr.ənt/
UK/ˈkʌr.ənt/

happening, existing or being used now

In context

  • My current job pays well, but I spend two hours a day in traffic.

  • Please update your current address so the bank can send you the new card.

  • The current situation is difficult, but experts expect prices to fall next year.

Words that go with current

adjective + noun

  • current situationNobody is happy with the current situation.
  • current affairsShe watches a current affairs programme every evening.
  • current eventsThe teacher asked us to discuss current events in English.
  • current jobHow long have you been in your current job?
  • current addressWrite your current address on the form.
  • current trendsThe report looks at current trends in online shopping.
  • current accountMy salary goes straight into my current account.

Common mistakes

  • Incorrect: Currently situation is very bad.

    Correct: The current situation is very bad.