This is the 2285th most frequent Korean word.
현역
"현역" means "active duty" or "currently serving."
현역 refers to someone actively serving in their designated role, especially military service.
그가 아직 군대에서 현역으로 복무 중이다.
He is still serving as an active-duty soldier in the military.
현역 signifies being actively involved in one's career, in this case, sports.
현역 운동선수로서는 매우 뛰어난 실력을 보여준다.
As an active athlete, he demonstrates excellent skills.
현역 is used to describe being active in one's profession after a hiatus.