Translation of Spanish word "ahora" to English
ahora
/aˈo.ɾa/
Meaning
VerbAt the present time.
How to use
Ahora ('now') is a very common adverb of time. Ahora mismo means 'right now'.
🇬🇧 English
now
Example
Creo que el sonido de esta banda es muy actual.
I think the sound of this band is very current.
Podría haber sido Secretario de Estado ahora si no hubiera dejado la política hace cinco años.
He could have been Secretary of State now if he hadn't left politics five years ago.
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Common phrases
- ahora mismo— right now
- hasta ahora— until now / so far
- de ahora en adelante— from now on
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What does the Spanish word "ahora" mean?▼
The Spanish word "ahora" means "now" in English.
How do you pronounce the Spanish word "ahora"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "ahora"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Necesitamos salir ahora." (which translates as "I think the sound of this band is very current.").
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