now
//naʊ//
Adverb
1
at the present time or moment
She is busy now.
2
immediately; without delay
We need to leave now.
3
used to introduce a statement or question, especially to change the subject or get someone's attention
Now, let's talk about your plans for tomorrow.
4
in the present circumstances; as things are
It's too late to change anything now.
Conjunction
1
since; seeing that; because (used to introduce an explanation or consequence)
Now that you're here, we can start the meeting.
Noun
1
the present time or moment
We need to focus on the now, not the past.