What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
present
Example
I am currently present at the meeting. [present: adjective]
Example
She presented me with a beautiful bouquet of flowers. [presented: verb]
Example
The presenter asked everyone to be present for the next session. [present: adverb]
now
Example
I am currently busy now, can I call you back later? [now: adverb]
Example
He is now speaking at the conference. [now: adverb]
Example
Now that I have finished my work, I can relax. [now: conjunction]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Now is more commonly used than present in everyday language, especially in casual conversations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between present and now?
Present can have a formal or serious connotation, making it more appropriate for formal or professional contexts, while now is more casual and informal, making it better suited for informal or everyday conversations.
