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现任 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
现任xiànrènto occupy a post currentlyHSK 7, unknown, 14 strokes, rank #13441, Very Hard
现任xiànrènincumbentHSK 7, unknown, 14 strokes, rank #13441, Very Hard
xiànrèn(xian4ren4) T4
  1. 1to occupy a post currently
  2. 2incumbent
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March 24, 2026

现任(現任)xiànrèn(xian4ren4)

The term '现任' refers to someone who currently holds a specific position or role, often in a professional or official context. It is commonly used in discussions about leadership, government, and organizational structures to specify the current officeholder.

Strokes14Frequency#13441DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese politics, the term '现任' is often referenced during discussions about leadership transitions, particularly in the context of the Communist Party's structure and its leadership roles.

Memory Tip

Think of '现' (xiàn) as 'see' or 'present' and '任' (rèn) as 'to assign' or 'to bear'. Imagine a scene where you can 'see' the 'current' leader in action, emphasizing their present role.

Meanings of 现任

xiànrèn(xian4ren4)
1to occupy a post currently
2incumbent
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About 现任

现任Simplified
現任Traditional
14Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 现任

Quick Contrast

现任 (current) vs 前任 (former) — use 现任 when referring to the current holder of a position, while 前任 refers to the previous holder.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse '现任' with '前任' (qiánrèn), which means 'former'. This term is more formal and typically used in official contexts, so it's best to avoid using it in casual conversations.

HSK Study Tips

Though '现任' is not an HSK word, understanding it can help you grasp discussions related to current affairs and governance. Focus on the components '现' and '任' to deepen your understanding of related vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse '现任' with '现有' (xiànyǒu), which means 'existing'. For example, saying '他是现有总统' (Tā shì xiànyǒu zǒngtǒng) is incorrect; it should be '他是现任总统'.

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Component Characters

现xiànto appear
HSK 48 strokes王
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任rènto assign
HSK 76 strokes亻
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How to say to occupy a post currently in Chinese

“to occupy a post currently” in Chinese is现任xiànrèn

The term '现任' refers to someone who currently holds a specific position or role, often in a professional or official context. It is commonly used in discussions about leadership, government, and organizational structures to specify the current officeholder.

When to use 现任

Be careful not to confuse '现任' with '前任' (qiánrèn), which means 'former'. This term is more formal and typically used in official contexts, so it's best to avoid using it in casual conversations.

现任 or something close to it

现任 (current) vs 前任 (former) — use 现任 when referring to the current holder of a position, while 前任 refers to the previous holder.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse '现任' with '现有' (xiànyǒu), which means 'existing'. For example, saying '他是现有总统' (Tā shì xiànyǒu zǒngtǒng) is incorrect; it should be '他是现任总统'.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 现任

You might say: '他是现任总统' (Tā shì xiànrèn zǒngtǒng) meaning 'He is the current president.'

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