現行(げんこう)

げんこう
noun
current, in force, existing
formalwrittenlegal
1. current, present, in force
Describes laws, regulations, systems, or practices that are currently in effect or operation. A formal term used primarily in legal, administrative, and policy contexts.
現行(げんこう)の法律(ほうりつ)では禁止(きんし)されている。
It is prohibited under current law.
現行(げんこう)制度(せいど)の問題点(もんだいてん)を指摘(してき)した。
He pointed out problems with the current system.
現行(げんこう)の基準(きじゅん)を見直(みなお)し、新(あたら)しいガイドラインを策定(さくてい)する必要(ひつよう)がある。
We need to review the current standards and formulate new guidelines.

Usage

Primarily used as a noun modifier: 現行(げんこう)の～ (current ~). A formal, written-style word that appears frequently in legal documents, news, and policy discussions. The compound 現行犯(げんこうはん) (caught in the act) has a separate, specialized legal meaning.

Note: The homophone 原稿(げんこう) (manuscript) is a completely different word.

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Related Words

Compare: 既存(きそん) (existing)
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Added 2026.2.25 22:29 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:01
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