German word

derzeit

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈdeːɐ̯tsaɪ̯t/

Meaning

  • adverbcurrently

Example

Ich arbeite derzeit an einem neuen Projekt.

I am currently working on a new project.

Illustration for derzeit (currently)

More examples

Die Funktion ist derzeit verfügbar.

The function is currently available.

Core concept

A marker pinned to the present point on a timeline, showing the situation that applies for now.

Common phrases

  • derzeit verfügbar

    currently available

  • derzeit nicht verfügbar

    currently unavailable

Similar words

jetzt: At the present moment, with a sense of immediacy.
im Augenblick: At this very moment, referring to a specific event or state in progress.
momentan: For a limited period around now, describing a temporary current state.

Definition in German

Gegenwärtig, zurzeit; bezeichnet etwas, das jetzt gilt.

Word origin

The adverb comes from Middle High German derzît, formed from der and zît 'time', and originally meant 'at that time'.

Usage tips

  • Derzeit is more common in formal or written contexts, while jetzt is usually more natural in casual conversation.

Other meanings

  • nowadverb
  • at presentadverb

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