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now in French

now in French is maintenant, à présent, alors — now means at this present moment.

now in French

maintenant
adv
At the present time.
à présent
adv
At the present time.
alors
adv
(sentential) Used to introduce a point, a qualification of what has previously been said, a remonstration or a rebuke.
or
adv
(sentential) Used to introduce a point, a qualification of what has previously been said, a remonstration or a rebuke.
maintenant que
conj
(often, with that) Since, because, in light of the fact.
maintenant
conj
(often, with that) Since, because, in light of the fact.

What does "now" mean?

  1. adv At this present moment.
    "I need to leave now or I'll miss the train."
  2. conj Used to introduce a reason or a shift in the conversation, similar to "since" or "well".
    "Now that you mention it, I did see him yesterday."
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now in a sentence

  • I need to leave now or I'll miss the train.
  • Now is the perfect time to plant tomatoes.
  • Now that you mention it, I did see him yesterday.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "now" in French?

"now" in French is maintenant, à présent, alors. now means: At this present moment.

How do you use "now" in a sentence?

Example: "I need to leave now or I'll miss the train." In French, "now" is maintenant, à présent, alors.

Are there other ways to say "now" in French?

Yes — French has 5 translations listed for "now": maintenant, à présent, alors, or, maintenant que.

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