Trenutno

Trenutno is a common adverb in several South Slavic languages, including Croatian, Bosnian, Serbian, and Slovenian, where it means “at the moment” or “currently.” It is used to indicate the present time or a recent point in time, often in contrast with past or future actions.

Etymology and related forms: The term derives from the Slavic word for moment or instant, linked to the noun trenutak in many varieties. In these languages, trenutačno is a related form in some dialects, and trenutno behaves predominantly as an adverb, while related adjectives use forms such as trenutan or trenutni to modify nouns (for example, trenutni problem meaning “the current problem”). The exact morphological pattern can vary by language and register.

Usage and examples: In everyday and formal language, trenutно is used to describe the present situation. Examples include: “Trenutno nema informacija” (Currently there is no information) and “Ova odluka je trenutačno na čekanju” (This decision is currently pending). In digital interfaces and news reports, it commonly appears to flag status updates, such as “Trenutno aktivno” or “Trenutno stanje sistema,” signaling what is happening at the present moment.

Differences and close terms: While trenutačno and trenutно are closely related in meaning, the exact form can differ by language and style guide. The basic sense remains “at the moment” or “currently,” making it one of the standard ways to refer to the present time in these languages.

See also: moment, trenutak, current.