This is the 33rd most frequent Italian word.
ancora
The Italian word "ancora" means "still," "yet," or "again" in English. It can also mean "anchor" depending on context.
In this context, 'ancora' is used to mean 'still', indicating the continuation of an action.
Aspetto ancora la sua risposta.
I am still waiting for her answer.
Here, 'ancora' means 'yet' in a negated sentence, implying something expected to happen has not occurred.
Lui non ha ancora finito il lavoro.
He has not finished the work yet.
In this usage, 'ancora' translates to 'again', suggesting the repetition of an action.