Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

now, now

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: Zipf frequency 5.88 in modern English

Syllables: now, now
IPA

12

Scrabble Score

6

Letters

1

Syllables

3

Unique Chars

Meaning

intj

A gentle reproach or admonition.

intj

Example Sentences

"Now, now. Don't be rude."
"Now, now, there's nothing to worry about."

Inflected Forms

now now (alternative)

Phrases

come come, come now, come then there, there

Frequently Paired Words

come come, come now, come then there, there

Questions

What does now, now mean?: A gentle reproach or admonition.

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