A hores d'ara
Example: A hores d'ara, ja hem pres una decisió clara.
Definition
"A hores d'ara" is a Catalan expression meaning 'at this time' or 'by now,' used to indicate the current moment or a point in time that has already arrived, often implying that something should have happened or been decided by now.
Etymology
The expression "A hores d'ara" comes from Catalan, where 'hores' means 'hours' and 'ara' means 'now.' Literally, it translates to 'at the hours of now,' reflecting the idea of the present time or moment. Did you know? This phrase captures the sense of immediacy and current relevance in a poetic way.
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