at the present time, at this time, at this point in time, at the moment (now, currently)

'We are currently' is grammatically correct but often wordy. In most cases 'we are now' or simply removing the time phrase makes your sentence clearer and tighter.

Below: quick rules, concise templates, and many real wrong/right pairs from work, school, and casual writing so you can fix sentences fast.

Short answer

Prefer 'we are now' (or remove the time phrase) for clarity. Keep 'we are currently' when you want a slightly formal or process-focused tone that emphasizes an ongoing state.

'We are now' is shorter and usually clearer.
'We are currently' is correct but can sound padded.
Replace long phrases like 'at this point in time' with 'now' or 'then' as appropriate.

Core explanation: when the words mean the same (and when they don't)

'Now' and 'currently' both mark the present, but they differ in tone and rhythm. Use 'now' for direct, punchy statements; use 'currently' when you want a formal or tentative feel.

'Now' = immediate and concise.
'Currently' = formal or process-focused; it slightly hedges the claim.
In straightforward factual sentences, prefer the shorter option unless nuance requires otherwise.

Real usage and tone: pick by audience and purpose

Match the word to the context. Use 'now' for status updates, UI text, and quick announcements. Use 'currently' for formal reports or when emphasizing that something is ongoing and temporary.

Internal chat/status → 'now' (fast, clear).
Formal reports → 'currently' is fine but trim other words.
Customer messages → 'now' usually improves clarity unless you mean 'still in progress'.

Work:
Wrong: We are currently addressing the outage.
Right: We are now addressing the outage.
School:
Wrong: We are currently covering unit three in class.
Right: We are now covering unit three in class.
Casual:
Wrong: We are currently at the bar - come over.
Right: We are at the bar now - come over.

Rewrite help: templates you can paste in

Find 'currently' or any long time phrase and try one of these swaps. Read the sentence aloud to keep the intended nuance.

Direct swap: 'We are currently [verb-ing]' → 'We are now [verb-ing]'.
Active rewrite: 'We are currently [verb-ing]' → 'We now [verb]'.
Move the time word: 'Now, we [verb]' to foreground timing.
Replace long phrases: 'At this point in time' → 'now' or delete if redundant; 'at that point' → 'then'.

Example: Original: We are currently implementing the new policy. Quick fixes: 'We are now implementing the new policy.' or 'We now implement the new policy.'
Example: Original: At this point in time, we are currently reviewing submissions. Better: 'We are now reviewing submissions.'
Example: Original: We are currently unable to approve that request. Better: 'We cannot approve that request now.'

Examples: clear wrong/right pairs (work, school, casual)

Use these in emails, chat, syllabi, and social messages. Each pair replaces a wordy phrase with a tighter alternative.

Work 1: Wrong: We are currently working on the Q2 budget.
Right: We are now working on the Q2 budget.
Work 2: Wrong: We are currently available to take new clients.
Right: We are now available to take new clients.
Work 3: Wrong: At the present time, we are currently hiring for three roles.
Right: We are now hiring for three roles.
Work 4: Wrong: We are currently experiencing delays due to server maintenance.
Right: We are experiencing delays now due to server maintenance.
School 1: Wrong: We are currently studying Shakespeare in class.
Right: We are now studying Shakespeare in class.
School 2: Wrong: At this point in time, we are currently finalizing lab reports.
Right: We are finalizing lab reports now.
School 3: Wrong: We are currently covering Chapter 10.
Right: We are now covering Chapter 10.
Casual 1: Wrong: We are currently watching the new series; join if you'd like.
Right: We're watching the new series now; join if you'd like.
Casual 2: Wrong: We are currently meeting up at the cafe.
Right: We're meeting at the cafe now.
Casual 3: Wrong: We are currently on our way - be ready.
Right: We're on our way now - be ready.
Edge tone: Wrong: We are currently engaged in a multi-phase review. Better: We are engaged in a multi-phase review (drop 'currently'), or 'We are now engaged in a multi-phase review' if timing matters.
UI copy: Wrong: We are currently processing your payment.
Right: Processing your payment now.

Fix your sentence: a four-step checklist and a worked edit

Run this checklist whenever you spot 'currently' or a long time phrase.

Is the time reference necessary? Remove it if it adds nothing.
Can you swap 'currently' to 'now' without changing meaning? Try it.
Do you need a formal tone? If yes, keep 'currently' but shorten elsewhere.
Use active voice and move the time word if it improves emphasis.

Worked edit: Original: We are currently unable to provide a timeline at this point in time. Step 1: Remove duplication ('at this point in time'). Step 2: Replace 'currently' with 'now' or drop it. Final: We are unable to provide a timeline now.

Try your own sentence

Test the whole sentence, not just the phrase. Context usually makes the right choice clear.

Memory trick: the 'say-it-fast' test

Read the sentence aloud. If removing 'currently' or swapping to 'now' gets you to the main verb faster without changing meaning, choose the shorter form.

If 'now' trims a beat and keeps meaning, use it.
If you want to emphasize process or duration, keep 'currently'.
Mnemonic: 'We are currently accepting returns' → 'We now accept returns' (faster and clearer on banners and UIs).

Grammar note: placement, commas, and nuance

'Now' and 'currently' are adverbs of time. Placement changes emphasis: 'Now we are testing' foregrounds time; 'We are now testing' foregrounds the action.

Use a comma if the adverb starts the sentence ('Currently, we...'). No comma is needed when the adverb directly modifies the verb.

Position affects emphasis: 'Now we...' vs 'We are now...'.
Comma: 'Currently, we do not offer refunds.' vs 'We currently do not offer refunds.'
'Presently' can mean 'soon' in some dialects-avoid it if that creates ambiguity.

Hyphenation, spacing and small style fixes

Single-word adverbs like 'now' and 'currently' are not hyphenated. Avoid 'currently-available'.

Keep time adverbials close to the verb they modify and avoid extra punctuation unless the adverb introduces a clause.

Do not hyphenate: 'currently available' not 'currently-available'.
Prefer 'available now' for UI readability.
Keep spacing normal around dashes and parentheses: 'We are now available - contact support.'

Similar mistakes and other wordy time phrases to fix

Phrases like 'at this point in time', 'at the moment', 'at present time', and redundant combos ('currently at the moment') add clutter. Replace them with 'now', 'then', or omit them.

Replace 'at this point in time' → 'now' or delete.
Replace 'at the moment' → 'now' or delete if redundant.
Avoid 'presently' if readers might interpret it as 'soon'.
Usage: Wrong: We will, at this point in time, delay the launch.
Right: We will delay the launch.
Usage: Wrong: At the moment, we are not hiring.
Right: We are not hiring now.

FAQ

Is 'We are currently' grammatically incorrect?

No. It's correct but often wordy. Use 'we are now' for brevity unless you want the formal or ongoing nuance 'currently' provides.

When should I keep 'currently' instead of 'now'?

Keep 'currently' when tone must be formal or you want to emphasize that a state is ongoing and temporary. For short announcements and UI text, choose 'now'.

How do I rewrite 'at this point in time' quickly?

Delete it or replace it with 'now' or 'then' depending on context. Example: 'At this point in time, we will wait' → 'Now we will wait' or simply 'We will wait.'

Can 'presently' be used like 'currently'?

'Presently' can mean 'currently' in many dialects, but sometimes it means 'soon.' To avoid ambiguity, prefer 'now' or 'currently' based on clarity.

Will a grammar checker always suggest 'now'?

Tools often flag wordiness and suggest 'now', but review each suggestion. If you intend a formal or process-focused tone, 'currently' might be the better choice.

Quick practice

Pick three sentences you recently wrote that contain 'currently' or 'at this point in time'. Use the 'say-it-fast' test and one rewrite template above.

Want more tailored examples? Paste a sentence into the widget and try swapping: 'now', move the adverb, or remove it entirely.