B1adverb 1K

Currently

UK /["/ˈkʌrəntli/"]/ US /["/ˈkɜːrəntli/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

at the present time

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In simple words: right now

Examples

• The hourly charge is currently £35.
• Currently, over 500 students are enrolled on the course.
• All the options are **currently available**.
• She's currently working on a book about painters.
• This matter is currently being discussed.

Usage notes

Use this when talking about situations happening at the present time. Avoid in very formal contexts; instead, use 'at present.'

Grammar pattern

standalone adverb

Memory hint

Sounds like 'current-lee' — picture a current flowing in a river right now.

Collocations

• currently available
• currently working
• currently experiencing

Synonyms

• now
• at present
• right now
• at this time

Antonyms

• previously
• formerly

Common mistakes

• Using 'currently' in a past context, which is incorrect.
• Confusing 'currently' with 'actually' or 'really.'
• Overusing 'currently' when 'now' would suffice.