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"By now" is a phrase which is often translated as "ya", and "for now" is a phrase which is often translated as "por ahora". Learn more about the difference between "by now" and "for now" below.
by now(
bay
nau
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
c. a estas horas
He probably knows by now that he can't fire judges he disagrees with.Probablemente sabe a estas horas que no puede despedir a los jueces con los que no está de acuerdo.
for now(
fuhr
nau
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. por ahora
For now, my one-bedroom apartment is a comfortable place to live.Por ahora, mi departamento con un dormitorio es un lugar cómodo en que vivir.
b. por el momento
For now, don't worry about turning up the heat on the stove. I'll let you know when that's necessary.Por el momento, no te preocupes con subir el fuego en la estufa. Te voy a decir cuando esto es necesario.
