сейчас

This is the 62nd most frequent Russian word.

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сейчас

"Сейчас" - "now" or "currently."


Here, 'сейчас' specifies that the action is happening at the current moment.

Я сейчас читаю книгу.

I am reading a book right now.


In this case, 'сейчас' emphasizes the present circumstances dictating the safety of the action.

Сейчас идти гулять небезопасно.

It is unsafe to go for a walk right now.


Here, 'сейчас' is used to refer to the present period or era in a broader sense.

Сейчас мы живем в интересное время.

Nowadays, we live in interesting times.