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Ahorita
Right now, in a bit, or possibly never. This little word runs on a flexible clock.
Hear it
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01Now or later, depending on the speaker and context.
A word that means now and sometimes later makes learners stop and double-check their plans.
Hear it in everyday life
Ahorita te llamo.
I'll call you in a bit.
¿Ahorita o después de comer?
Right now or after lunch?
Ahorita no puedo, estoy cocinando.
I can't right now. I'm cooking.
Make it yours
Tell a friend: “I'll call you in a bit.” Use ahorita.