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"Right now" is a phrase which is often translated as "ahora mismo", and "at the moment" is an adverb which is often translated as "en este momento". Learn more about the difference between "right now" and "at the moment" below.
right now(
rayt
nau
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
c. ahorita (colloquial) (Latin America)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
When did the movie start? - Right now. Just as you were coming through the door.¿Cuándo empezó la película? - Ahorita. Justo cuando tú entrabas por la puerta.
at the moment(
aht
thuh
mo
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mihnt
)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
1. (general)
a. en este momento
Can I speak to John, please? - He's not here at the moment. Can I take a message?¿Puedo hablar con John, por favor? - En este momento no está aquí. ¿Quieres dejarle un recado?
b. de momento
We are not accepting any more applications at the moment.De momento no estamos aceptando más solicitudes.
