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How to pronounce 'current' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "current" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "current"

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Simple pronunciation
ker-nt
IPA transcription
/ˈkʰɚ.n̩t̚/
Word frequency
524th

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What does "current" mean?

  1. 1.something that is happening now or is being used now
  2. 2.the flow of water in a river or stream moving in one direction
  3. 3.electricity moving through a wire or circuit

Examples of "current" in a sentence

  • What is the current time in Tokyo?
  • She's reading the current news online.
  • The current situation is getting better.

How common is "current"?

Current is the 524th most common word in English.

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