aktuell
Translation
current, topical, up-to-date, relevant
Examples
Ich lese den aktuellen Bericht.
I am reading the current report.
Die aktuellen Zahlen sind hoch.
The current numbers are high.
Grammar Patterns
to be current aktuell sein The news is no longer current.
to keep ((sth.)) up-to-date et4 aktuell halten You must keep the data up-to-date.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gegenwärtig (present), modern (modern); Antonyms: veraltet (outdated), gestrig (from yesterday)
Etymology
From Latin 'actualis' (active, practical), related to the English word 'actual'.
Memory Tips
It sounds like 'actual'. Think of 'actual news' – the news that is happening right now.