Ahora mismo
Example: Estoy ocupado ahora mismo, te llamo en cinco minutos.
Definition
"Ahora mismo" is a Spanish expression used to indicate that something is happening at the very moment or immediately. It conveys a sense of urgency or promptness, similar to saying 'right now' or 'this instant' in English.
Etymology
The expression "ahora mismo" combines 'ahora,' meaning 'now,' with 'mismo,' meaning 'same' or 'exact.' Together, they emphasize the immediacy of the action, literally translating to 'right now.' This phrase has been used in Spanish for centuries to stress the present moment.
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"Ahora mismo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A1) - parte 1", containing 112 commonly used expressions.
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