Now - translation, pronunciation and examples
now
at this moment
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ab und zu
gerade jetzt
eben gerade
jetzt oder nie
von jetzt an
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the basic adverb meaning at this moment in time (immediate present)
means at this particular time; common in spoken and informal written English
formal or neutral adverb for the present time, often used in written English
slightly more formal equivalent of 'now' or 'at the moment', often in written English
stronger than 'now' — indicates no delay, often used in commands or urgent contexts
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What's the difference between now / at the moment / currently / at present / immediately / right away
the basic adverb meaning at this moment in time (immediate present)
I'm busy now.
Я сейчас занят.
means at this particular time; common in spoken and informal written English
I'm a bit busy at the moment.
Я немного занят в данный момент.
formal or neutral adverb for the present time, often used in written English
She is currently working on the new policy.
В настоящее время она работает над новой политикой.
slightly more formal equivalent of 'now' or 'at the moment', often in written English
At present, the system is under maintenance.
В настоящий момент система находится на обслуживании.
stronger than 'now' — indicates no delay, often used in commands or urgent contexts
Send me the report immediately.
Немедленно пришлите мне отчёт.
informal equivalent of 'immediately', common in spoken English (especially US)
I'll take care of it right away.
Я позабочусь об этом сразу же.
Nowadays people communicate mainly by phone.
В наши дни люди в основном общаются по телефону.
formal/neutral phrase indicating a temporary situation or arrangement
For the time being, the office will be closed on Fridays.
До поры до времени офис будет закрыт по пятницам.
can mean 'now' (current) or 'soon' (shortly) depending on register and region; slightly more formal/ambiguous
She is presently the head of the department.
В настоящее время она возглавляет отдел.
refers to contemporary habits or trends over a recent period rather than the exact current moment
These days I prefer to cook at home.
В наши дни я предпочитаю готовить дома.
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How to pronounce now and what this word means
now translation: сейчас. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce now
/ˈnaʊ/
now translation
сейчас
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now transcription
/ˈnaʊ/, /ˈnaʊ/
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Now is a good time to ask questions. Translation: Сейчас хорошее время, чтобы задать вопросы.
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