现行

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Meaning and Usage

The word "现行" (xiànxíng) is commonly used to describe something that is currently in effect or operation, such as laws, policies, standards, or regulations. It emphasizes the present validity or enforcement status.

Common Contexts

You will often see "现行" paired with words like "法律" (law), "政策" (policy), "标准" (standard), or "规定" (regulation) to indicate what is currently applied or enforced.

Collocations

  • 现行法律 (current law): refers to laws that are presently enforced.
  • 现行政策 (current policy): policies that are in effect now.
  • 现行标准 (current standard): standards currently used or accepted.

Usage Notes

"现行" is a formal term often used in legal, governmental, or official contexts. It is not typically used in casual conversation. When using "现行," speakers imply that the subject is the authoritative or operative version at the moment, often contrasting with past or proposed changes.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "现行" with "现在" (xiànzài), which means "now" or "currently" but does not carry the sense of something being officially in effect. "现行" specifically refers to something that is actively enforced or implemented.

Example Sentences

The current law stipulates that minors are not allowed to drink alcohol.

This policy is currently effective and will not change for the time being.

The current standards need to be adjusted according to market demands.