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"Nunca" is an adverb which is often translated as "never", and "ahora" is an adverb which is often translated as "now". Learn more about the difference between "nunca" and "ahora" below.
nunca(
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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. never
Nunca he ido a París.I've never been to Paris.
b. ever (after "not")
Nunca llegas a tiempo.You don't ever arrive on time.
¿Vives en México y nunca has comido tacos?You live in Mexico and you haven't ever eaten tacos?
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ahora(
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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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