zurzeit
Translation
currently, at the moment, presently
Examples
Zurzeit bin ich sehr beschäftigt.
Currently, I am very busy.
Der Service ist zurzeit nicht verfügbar.
The service is currently unavailable.
Grammar Patterns
((Adverb)) ... used as an adverb in a sentence He is currently on vacation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: momentan, gegenwärtig, im Moment; Antonyms: früher, später
Etymology
A contraction of 'zu der Zeit', which means 'at the time'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'zur Zeit' literally means 'at the time'. It's easy to remember it refers to the present time.