いま

ima

Translations

1. now
2. the present time

Notes

The word '今' is commonly used in everyday conversation to refer to the current time or moment. It is a fundamental word in Japanese and is often taught early in language learning due to its frequent use.

Examples

いま、何時ですか?

Ima, nanji desu ka?

What time is it now?

彼はいま、家にいます。

Kare wa ima, ie ni imasu.

He is at home now.

いまは忙しいです。

Ima wa isogashii desu.

I am busy now.