General
just now
What does just now mean?
A flexible time expression meaning 'in a moment' or 'shortly', though the actual delay can range from minutes to hours. Also 'jus-now'.
"I coming just now, hold on."
Origin
Pan-Caribbean.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'just now' mean in the Caribbean?
It means 'in a moment' or 'shortly', though on Caribbean time the actual delay can stretch from minutes to hours.
Does 'just now' mean immediately?
Not usually. Despite sounding urgent, it signals a vague near-future and rarely means right this second.
How do you use 'just now'?
You use it to tell someone you'll do something soon, as in 'I coming just now' — meaning give me a little while.
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