当代 (dāng dài): contemporary, the present age

My grandfather says that when he was young, you had to use ration coupons to buy things, which is almost unimaginable to young people today.

Contemporary society is developing very quickly; almost every few years, people's way of life changes noticeably.

Professor Wang, who studies contemporary literature, believes that web novels have become a cultural phenomenon that cannot be ignored.

This museum collects ancient artifacts and also displays works by contemporary artists, attracting many visitors.

In my view, education today should not only teach knowledge but also cultivate students' ability to think independently.