aktuell
Translation
current, up-to-date, latest
Examples
Das ist ein sehr aktuelles Thema.
That is a very current topic.
Die Nachrichten sind nicht mehr aktuell.
The news is no longer up-to-date.
Wir müssen die Daten aktuell halten.
We must keep the data up-to-date.
Grammar Patterns
((to be current)) to be current/up-to-date The information is no longer current.
((to keep sth. up-to-date)) to keep sth. up-to-date We must keep the website up-to-date.
Similar Words
Synonyms: current, present; Antonyms: outdated, old
Etymology
From Latin 'actualis' (active, practical).
Memory Tips
FALSE FRIEND ALERT: It means 'current' or 'up-to-date', NOT 'actual' (real). Think 'active right now'.