Kilo Lingo

/ak.tɥɛl.mɑ̃/

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Translation

currently, at present

Word origin

From the adjective actuel ('present, current') plus the adverbial suffix -ment. Actuel comes from Late Latin actualis ('active, practical'), from actus ('a doing'). It is a false friend of English 'actually'; it means 'currently'.

Origin
Latin
Root
actualis
English cognates
actual

Examples

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He is currently working in Paris for a bank.

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We are currently living at my parents' house.

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She is currently on holiday with her family.

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The film is currently showing in all cinemas.

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I am currently reading a good book.

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This word is part of lesson 51.