Definition
现任 means 'currently holding a position' as a verb, or 'current/incumbent' as an adjective. It contrasts with 上任 (to take office, predecessor) and 现行 (current, in effect — used for laws/policies). 现任 is specifically about a person's current role or romantic partner, not abstract systems.
verb
to currently hold a position
adjective
currentincumbent(colloquial) current (romantic partner)
Examples
- 现任。。Tā xiàn rèn gōngsī de cáiwù zǒngjiān.He currently holds the position of financial director of the company.
- 现任。xiàn rèn zǒngtǒng jiāng yú míngnián xièrèn.The incumbent president will step down next year.
- 现任。Tā de xiàn rèn nányǒu shì gè wàiguó rén.Her current boyfriend is a foreigner.
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