Adesso
Now
Language note: Indicates present time, often emphatic.
Culture note: In Italy, 'Adesso' can imply urgency, especially in timing contexts.
Context: Your friend insists on watching the documentary right away.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Adesso
[Ah-dess-oh]
Now
Indicates the present moment or current time.
Adesso devo concentrarmi sulla negoziazione.
Now I need to focus on the negotiation.
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