English–Chinese

“at present” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinmù qián

Example

目前我们还不清楚原因。mù qián wǒ men hái bù qīng chǔ yuán yīn

At present, we still do not know the reason.

Illustration for 目前 (at present)

How to say “at present” in Chinese

“At present” in Chinese is 目前 (mù qián).

The focus is on what is happening now and the conditions around it.

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

Example sentences with 目前

目前还没有足够的证据支持这个说法。mù qián hái méi yǒu zú gòu de zhèng jù zhī chí zhè ge shuō fǎ

At present, there is still not enough evidence to support this claim.

Tips for using 目前

  • In reports, notices, and school explanations, this word marks a clear, formal description of the current state.

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