🇫🇷 How to say

“now” in French

maintenant
Illustration of "now" in a French cultural setting
A person glances at their watch, then looks up with a smile as a friend arrives exactly on time. The moment captures the…

Usage note

Use 'maintenant' to refer to the present moment, similar to 'now' in English. It's neutral and common in everyday conversation.

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