Meaning
To indicate the present moment.
Cultural Background
Punctuality is valued; 'maintenant' is often used to enforce deadlines. Similar usage, though sometimes 'là' is used more frequently for 'now'.
Pronunciation
Don't pronounce the 't' at the end of 'main' too hard.
Meaning
To indicate the present moment.
Pronunciation
Don't pronounce the 't' at the end of 'main' too hard.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
Je dois partir ____.
Maintenant means now, fitting the context of leaving.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesJe dois partir ____.
Maintenant means now, fitting the context of leaving.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is neutral.
Related Phrases
Dès maintenant
builds onFrom now on
Maintenant que
builds onNow that