German word

jetzig

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈjɛt͡sɪç/

Meaning

  • adjectivecurrent

Example

Das jetzige Team arbeitet gut zusammen.

The current team works well together.

Illustration for jetzig (current)

More examples

In diesem jetzigen Moment darfst du nicht stören.

At this moment, you must not disturb.

Core concept

A tag marking the person, team, or situation that belongs to the present moment.

Common phrases

  • im jetzigen Moment

    at the present moment

  • unter den jetzigen Umständen

    under the present circumstances

  • die jetzige Lage

    the present situation

Similar words

aktuell: Happening now in a way that draws attention or concern.
heutig: Connected with today or the particular day being discussed.
momentan: Temporary and limited to the immediate present.

Definition in German

Als Eigenschaft von Personen, Zuständen oder Dingen, die zur jetzigen Zeit gelten; aktuell.

Word origin

The adjective jetzig combines jetzt, meaning 'now', with the suffix -ig, a productive German adjective ending.

Usage tips

  • Jetzig usually contrasts the present holder or arrangement with a former or future one, without necessarily suggesting anything new or newsworthy.

Other meanings

  • presentadjective

Opposites

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