当下

No base JSON record found for this token.

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"当下" means "the present moment" or "right now." It is often used to emphasize focusing on the current situation rather than the past or future.

Common Contexts

You will see "当下" in formal or written Chinese, especially in discussions about time, decisions, or conditions that are happening immediately.

Collocations and Patterns

Nuance

Using "当下" often implies a sense of urgency or importance about the present moment. It is more formal than simply saying "现在" (now).

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "当下" with "马上" which means "immediately" but focuses more on the timing of an action rather than the present moment itself.

Example Sentences

We should focus on the present moment and not always worry about the future.

The current economic situation is very complicated and requires careful

He decided to participate in the competition right then and there without