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now

Pronunciation: [/naʊ/]

Word

now: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use now in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “current time”

(adverb) refers to the present moment or the time that is happening immediately. It is happening right now!

Example

I am studying right now.

Example

I can't play with you now; I have to finish my homework first.

Example

What are you doing now?

Context: “sequence of events”

(conjunction) used when introducing a consequence or a sequence of events that follow. It shows what happens next in a sequence of events.

Example

We finished our dinner, now it's time for dessert.

Example

We can't go to the movies now because it's too late.

Example

What happens now after we finish this game?

How to pronounce now

Pronunciation: [/naʊ/]

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