derzeit
Translation
currently, at present, right now
Examples
Derzeit ist er nicht im Büro.
He is not in the office right now.
Wir haben derzeit keine freien Zimmer.
We currently have no vacancies.
Die Preise sind derzeit sehr hoch.
Prices are currently very high.
Grammar Patterns
((derzeit)) + verb currently + verb I am currently living in Berlin.
((derzeit)) + adjective currently + adjective The situation is currently difficult.
Similar Words
Synonyms: currently, right now; Antonyms: formerly, later
Etymology
Compound of 'der' (the/that) + 'Zeit' (time). Literally 'at that time'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'der Zeit' as 'at THE time' -> currently.