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"Ahora" is an adverb which is often translated as "now", and "para siempre" is a phrase which is often translated as "forever". Learn more about the difference between "ahora" and "para siempre" below.
ahora(
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oh
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rah
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An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. now
Ahora es mi turno, y luego será el tuyo.Now it's my turn and then it'll be yours.
a. in a minute
Ahora entro.I'll come in in a minute.
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para siempre(
pah
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rah
 
syehm
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preh
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. forever
Nada es para siempre.Nothing lasts forever.
b. for good
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
(colloquial)
¿Piensas quedarte allí a vivir para siempre?Are you planning to stay there for good?
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