No. 141 in Dutch
nu
"Nu" means "now."
In a sentence
Nu moet ik naar de winkel gaan.
Now I need to go to the store.
Here, 'nu' is used to denote the present moment, indicating an immediate need or action.
Hij begrijpt nu de les veel beter.
He understands the lesson much better now.
'Nu' emphasizes the moment following a change or realization compared to before.
We hebben nu genoeg tijd om het project af te maken.
We now have enough time to finish the project.
'Nu' indicates a condition or situation that enables something at the current time.
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