now in French
now in French is maintenant, à présent, alors — now means at this present moment.
now in French
maintenant
At the present time.
à présent
At the present time.
alors
(sentential) Used to introduce a point, a qualification of what has previously been said, a remonstration or a rebuke.
or
(sentential) Used to introduce a point, a qualification of what has previously been said, a remonstration or a rebuke.
maintenant que
(often, with that) Since, because, in light of the fact.
maintenant
(often, with that) Since, because, in light of the fact.
What does "now" mean?
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adv At this present moment.
"I need to leave now or I'll miss the train."
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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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