現在
げんざい
genzai
adjectiveVocabularyLevel 35 - JLPT N3
Quick answer
現在 (げんざい (genzai)) means "now · present · current". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.
Meaning
now · present · current
Also : now · present · current · the present · present time
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 現在 (げんざい) means 'now (same as 今 (いま))'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of now (same as 今 (いま)).
Example Sentences
私は現在が好きです。
わたしはげんざいがすきです。
I like the present.
現在の状況を報告した。
げんざいのじょうきょうをほうこくした。
I reported the current situation.
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