Pronunciation: [kənkˈʌɹənt] (IPA) 
Concurrent is spelled /kənˈkʌrənt/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The word has three syllables with the primary stress on the second syllable (/ˈkʌr/). The first syllable (/kən/) is pronounced with a short "u" sound as in "cup". The second syllable (/ˈkʌr/) is pronounced with a short "u" sound as in "curd". The final syllable (/ənt/) is pronounced with a schwa sound as in "uh". The word means happening or existing simultaneously.
Concurrent, as an adjective, is derived from the Latin word "concurrere," meaning "to run together." It refers to things that are happening, existing, or done at the same time or concurrently. It implies a simultaneity or convergence of events, actions, or conditions.
In a general sense, it implies a temporal overlap or coexistence of two or more things. For instance, in the field of computing, a concurrent program is one in which multiple tasks or processes are executed simultaneously.
In a legal context, it refers to offenses, sentences, or claims that are committed, imposed, or made simultaneously. For example, concurrent sentences are those served simultaneously rather than consecutively.
In the field of mathematics, concurrent lines are those lines that intersect each other at a single common point. Similarly, in physics, it is used to describe forces or vectors acting on the same object or point of application.
In finance and business, concurrent events or trends refer to factors that occur simultaneously and influence each other. For example, concurrent economic policies are those that are implemented to address different issues at the same time.
In summary, concurrent is an adjective that describes things happening or existing simultaneously, suggesting a convergence or overlap in time, space, or action. Whether applied to events, programming, legal matters, or various other fields, the term conveys the sense of multiple elements running together or coexisting harmoniously.
• Acting in conjunction; conjoined; united; associated.
• That which concurs; contributory cause.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "concurrent" originated from the Latin word "concurrere", which is a combination of "con-" (meaning "together") and "currere" (meaning "to run").
