jetzig
current
Describes something that is current, valid, or present in the present.
EXAMPLE
Meine jetzige Wohnung ist viel größer als meine alte.
My current apartment is much bigger than my old one.
jetzig
current
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Meanings
Usage tips
Word family
The adjective 'jetzig' (current) is derived directly from the adverb 'jetzt' (now). So it always means 'belonging to now' or 'current'.
EXAMPLE
Der jetzige Zustand ist nicht akzeptabel.
The current state is not acceptable.
Sentence structure
'Jetzig' (current) is used almost exclusively as an attributive adjective, meaning it stands directly before a noun. Predicative use, e.g. 'Die Situation ist jetzig.' (The situation is current.), is unusual and sounds unnatural.
EXAMPLE
Unter den jetzigen Umständen können wir nicht weiterarbeiten.
Under the current circumstances, we cannot continue working.
Typical collocations
Common combinations are 'die jetzige Situation' (the current situation), 'der jetzige Zeitpunkt' (the current point in time), 'mein jetziger Job' (my current job), or 'der jetzige Wohnort' (the current place of residence). It always describes the current state of something.
EXAMPLE
Mein jetziger Chef ist viel verständnisvoller als mein früherer.
My current boss is much more understanding than my previous one.
Compare with
jetzig vs aktuell
current
Both words can refer to something in the present. „Jetzig“ mainly places something in the present situation, while „aktuell“ can additionally emphasize its current relevance or valid status. „Jetzig“ fits a neutral description of a state, while „aktuell“ is more suitable for significant or new information.
jetzig
Unser jetziger Plan sieht eine Abfahrt am Freitag vor.
Our current plan calls for us to leave on Friday.
aktuell
Die aktuellen Zahlen zeigen, dass die Kosten gestiegen sind.
The current figures show that costs have increased.
In real life
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