Contemporary vs Current vs Modern

Quando usar cada um em inglês, com significado, registro e exemplos.

Contemporary

Top 2000 (comum)B2adjective

Current

Top 1000 (muito comum)B1adjective

Modern

Top 1000 (muito comum)A1adjective
 ContemporaryCurrentModern
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SignificadoModerno ou atual; relacionado ao tempo presente.Modern or current; related to the present time.The present time or now.relacionado ao tempo presente ou a tempos recentesrelated to the present time or recent times
ExemploThe gallery features contemporary art from various international artists.The necklace would be worth over $5 000 at **current prices**.The modern architecture in the city is truly fascinating.
RegistroNeutroNeutroNeutro
Quão comumTop 2000 (comum)Top 1000 (muito comum)Top 1000 (muito comum)
Nível CEFRB2B1A1
Classe gramaticaladjectiveadjectiveadjective
Colocaçõesbe, exactly, nearly, broadly, with, be, decidedly, thoroughly, verycurrent events, current situation, current climate, current trendsmodern art, modern technology, modern life, modern design, modern architecture
Antônimosancient, historic, outdatedpast, futuretraditional, old-fashioned, antiquated
Erros comunsConfused with 'contemporaneous', which has a more specific meaning of existing during the same time period., Using 'contemporary' to describe only modern things without considering their historical context., Assuming 'contemporary' can refer to future events.'Current' is sometimes confused with 'currency', which means money., Learners may use 'current' incorrectly to describe past events., Mixing up 'current' with 'curriculum' which refers to a course of study.Confused with 'contemporary' — modern refers specifically to recent times., Overused in contexts where 'new' or 'current' would be more accurate., Used incorrectly to describe things that are not time-specific.
Notas de usoUse 'contemporâneo' para descrever coisas que existem ou acontecem ao mesmo tempo que outra coisa, especialmente em arte ou cultura. Evite usá-lo para coisas que são claramente do passado.Use 'contemporary' to describe things that exist or happen at the same time as something else, especially in art or culture. Avoid using it for things that are clearly from the past.Use 'current' when talking about something happening now. Avoid using it for future or past events. It's formal enough for writing but can also be used in conversation.Use 'moderno' para descrever tendências ou estilos atuais. Evite usá-lo em contextos históricos, pois implica algo contemporâneo. Adequado em ambientes formais e informais.Use 'modern' to describe current trends or styles. Avoid using it for historical contexts, as it implies something contemporary. Suitable in both formal and informal settings.

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Perguntas frequentes: Contemporary vs Current vs Modern

Qual é a diferença entre Contemporary, Current e Modern?

Contemporary: Modern or current; related to the present time. Current: The present time or now. Modern: related to the present time or recent times

Qual é mais avançada: Contemporary, Current e Modern?

Contemporary é o nível mais alto, em B2, na escala CEFR.

Contemporary, Current e Modern estão no mesmo nível CEFR?

Contemporary: B2, Current: B1, Modern: A1 na escala CEFR.

Que classe gramatical são Contemporary, Current e Modern?

Contemporary: adjective, Current: adjective, Modern: adjective.

Pode mostrar um exemplo de cada?

Contemporary: The gallery features contemporary art from various international artists. Current: The necklace would be worth over $5 000 at **current prices**. Modern: The modern architecture in the city is truly fascinating.

Posso usar Contemporary, Current e Modern de forma intercambiável?

Nem sempre. Contemporary, Current e Modern são relacionadas e às vezes se sobrepõem, mas diferem em registro, frequência e uso, então trocar uma pela outra pode mudar o sentido ou o tom. Veja as diferenças acima antes de substituir.