Ora
Example: Vieni qua, ti aspetto proprio ora.
Definition
"Ora" is an adverb used to indicate the present moment or immediate time. It often means 'now' or 'right now,' emphasizing the current point in time, as in the phrase 'Come here, I'm waiting for you right now.'
Etymology
The word "ora" comes from the Latin word 'hora,' which means 'hour' or a specific time. Over time, its usage evolved in Italian to express the concept of the current moment or immediate time. Did you know that "ora" originally referred to a precise hour before becoming a general term for 'now'?
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