This is the 185th most frequent German word.
gerade
"Gerade" means "straight," "just," or "currently," depending on context.
Here, 'gerade' emphasizes the ongoing activity, translating to 'currently' or 'right now' in English.
Ich schaue gerade einen Film.
I am currently watching a movie.
In this context, 'gerade' describes a physical characteristic, translating to 'straight' in English.
Die Straße ist sehr gerade.
The road is very straight.
Here, 'gerade' refers to a recent action, translating to 'just now' in English.