N4
げんざい (genzai)
現在
present (time), current
💡 Nuance & Usage:
「今」よりもフォーマルな表現で、現在の状況や時間を指します。名詞としても副詞としても使えます。(A more formal expression than "ima," referring to the current situation or time. Can be used as a noun or an adverb.)
📝 Example Sentences
現在、彼は海外で働いています。
Currently, he is working overseas.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "現在"!
_______、そのお店は閉店しています。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「閉店している」のは現在の状況なので、「現在」が適切です。
English: Since "closed" describes the current situation, "genzai" is appropriate.
English: Since "closed" describes the current situation, "genzai" is appropriate.
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