Actualmente: currently, nowadays
Pronunciation: ahk-twahl-MEHN-teh (stress the capital letters)
Actualmente means “currently, nowadays” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: currently, nowadays
- How to say it: ahk-twahl-MEHN-teh
- Level: Intermediate (B1)
What “actualmente” means and how to use it
Actualmente means “currently” or “at present.” It is a false friend: it does not mean “actually.”
Examples with audio
- Actualmente vivo en Madrid.I currently live in Madrid.
- Actualmente trabajamos desde casa.Nowadays we work from home.
- ¿Qué estudias actualmente?What are you currently studying?
Usage tip
False friend: actualmente is “currently,” not “actually.” For “actually” or “in fact,” use “en realidad” or “de hecho.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “currently, nowadays” in Spanish?
“currently, nowadays” in Spanish is “actualmente.” It is pronounced ahk-twahl-MEHN-teh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “actualmente”?
Say ahk-twahl-MEHN-teh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
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