Ara mateix
Example: Ara mateix començo a estudiar per l'examen important.
Definition
"Ara mateix" is a Catalan expression meaning 'right now' or 'immediately,' used to indicate that something is happening at the very current moment or will begin without delay. For example, in the phrase 'Ara mateix començo a estudiar per l'examen important,' it emphasizes starting studying immediately.
Etymology
The phrase "Ara mateix" comes from Catalan, where 'ara' means 'now' and 'mateix' means 'same' or 'exact.' Together, they emphasize the exactness of the present moment, roughly translating to 'right now.' Did you know? The word 'mateix' is related to Latin 'metipsimus,' meaning 'the very same.'
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