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Ahorita
In a moment / Right now / Later
ah-oh-REE-tah
What does it mean?
"Ahorita" is a famously ambiguous Colombian/Latin American word. It can mean "right now", "in a moment", "in a while", or even "later". Context and tone tell you which one. It's a constant source of confusion for foreigners.
How to use it
"Ahorita vengo" could mean "I'll be right back" or "I'll be there in an hour". Pay attention to context!
Example sentences
I'll be right back.
Ahorita vengo.
I'll do it in a moment.
Lo hago ahorita.
Come now!
¡Venga ahorita!
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