/ak.tɥɛl.mɑ̃/
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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