Meaning of the word now in English

What does now mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

now

US /naʊ/
UK /naʊ/
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Adverb

1.

at the present time or moment

Example:
I need to leave now.
What are you doing now?
2.

in the immediate past; very recently

Example:
He was here just now.
I saw her a moment ago, just now.
3.

used to introduce a new topic or a different aspect of a topic

Example:
Now, where were we?
Now, about your proposal...
Synonym:

Interjection

1.

used to emphasize a statement or command

Example:
Stop talking now!
You listen to me now!

Noun

1.

used to refer to the present time as distinct from the past or future

Example:
From now on, things will be different.
The time is now.

Conjunction

1.

used to indicate that something is happening or is true as a consequence of something else

Example:
Since you're here now, you can help me.
If you finish your homework now, you can watch TV.
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