Translation of German word "aktuell" to English
aktuell
/akˈtuːɛl/
Meaning
AdjectiveExisting or occurring at the moment.
How to use
aktuell ('current / up-to-date / topical') is an adjective and adverb. Aktuelle Nachrichten — Current news. Note: it does NOT mean 'actual' (which is tatsächlich / wirklich).
🇬🇧 English
current
Example
Die Nachricht ist aktuell und wichtig.
The news is current and important.
Die aktuelle Wirtschaftslage ist schlecht.
The current economic situation is bad.
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Common phrases
- auf dem aktuellen Stand— up to date / current
- aktuelles Thema— topical / current theme
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What is the definition of the German word "aktuell"?▼
The German word "aktuell" is defined as: "Existing or occurring at the moment."
What does the German word "aktuell" mean?▼
The German word "aktuell" means "current" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Nachricht ist aktuell und wichtig." (which translates as "The news is current and important.").
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