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Prefix used to form compound words meaning 'current' or 'incumbent'. Attaches to nouns, e.g., 『現職』 (genshoku, 'current position').
Theme

In a workplace meeting, User and their colleague Tanaka-san discuss current projects and team members.

現~

げん

present, incumbent (prefix)

Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts

Memory Hook

Imagine a 'present' gift wrapped with a ribbon that says 'incumbent' — it's currently in place. 'Present' → 現~ (gen, 'present, incumbent').

Cultural Note

In Japanese, 『現~』 (gen) is often used in formal or official contexts, such as 『現職』 (genshoku, 'current position') or 『現状』 (genjou, 'current situation'), to denote something currently existing or in effect.

Forms

Base: 現~Prefix used to form compound words meaning 'current' or 'incumbent'. Attaches to nouns, e.g., 『現職』 (genshoku, 'current position').