English–Japanese

“current situation” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajigenjō

Example

現状を説明します。gen jō o setsu mei shi ma su

I will explain the current situation.

Illustration for 現状 (current situation)

How to say “current situation” in Japanese

“Current situation” in Japanese is 現状 (genjō).

Describes how things stand at the present time, including conditions that may later change.

Full entry for 現状: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 現状

会議で現状を共有しました。kai gi de gen jō o kyō yū shi ma shi ta

We shared the current situation at the meeting.

Tips for using 現状

  • 現状 (genjō) is common in reports and serious discussions, while 今の状況 (ima no jōkyō) often sounds more conversational in everyday speech.

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