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JaxTeller Posted 10 years ago
Grammar

Where to place the word ''currently''

Where should I place the word currently in the following sentence:

- I own an iPhone currently.
- Currently, I own an iPhone.
- I currently own an iPhone.

All of these sound natural to me.

Are there certain rules for these kinds of words? thanks
  

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JaxTeller Are there certain rules for these kinds of words? "currently" is a sentential adverb; it applies to the whole sentence. Such adverbs can occur just about anywhere except between the verb and its direct object.

— CalifJim

  • JaxTeller Are there certain rules for these kinds of words?
  • "currently" is a sentential adverb; it applies to the whole sentence.
  • Such adverbs can occur just about anywhere except between the verb and its direct object.
  • Your last sentence sounds the most natural to my ear.
  • CJ
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JaxTellerAre there certain rules for these kinds of words?
"currently" is a sentential adverb; it applies to the whole sentence. Such adverbs can occur just about anywhere except between the verb and its direct object. Your last sentence sounds the most natural to my ear.

CJ
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I find that the word gains a little more emphasis as it moves nearer the start of the sentence.
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