heutzutage

Based on: heute
Adverb
1.

these days, nowadays, now

Opposite: früher
(Usually used in contexts where you compare general differences between today and back then.)
Examples
  • Viele Kinder kriegen heutzutage sehr frueh ein Smartphone.
  • Many kids get a smartphone very early nowadays.

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How many meanings does the German word 'heutzutage' have?

heutzutage has 1 distinct meaning: 1. these days, nowadays, now.

What is 'heutzutage' related to?

The word 'heutzutage' is related to heute.

Where can I learn more about 'heutzutage'?

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