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nuvarande

current

Något som finns eller händer just i denna stund eller i den tid vi lever i nu.

Definition & meaning

Nuvarande means current, present, or existing now. It describes a person, situation, or thing as it is at the present time.

  • Den nuvarande regeringen — “The current government.”
  • Min nuvarande chef — “My current boss.”

Grammar & Word origin

Nuvarande is an adjective that normally has the same form regardless of gender, number, or definiteness.

It is formed from nu (“now”) and varande (“being” or “existing”).

Synonyms & antonyms

  • Synonyms: aktuell can mean “current,” but often emphasizes relevance or topicality. befintlig means “existing” and focuses on the fact that something is already in place.
  • Antonyms: tidigare means “previous” or “former,” while framtida means “future.”

Common phrases & collocations

  • nuvarande situation — current situation
  • nuvarande läge — present state or situation
  • nuvarande ägare — current owner

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Examples

Min nuvarande adress är nära skolan.adjective

My current address is near the school.

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