Jus’ now

[jus now]

Definition

In a short moment, very soon, or just a short moment ago.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Mi wi be ready jus' now, give mi two minute.
English:
I will be ready very soon, give me two minutes.

Patois:
Him walk pass di gate jus' now.
English:
He walked past the gate just a moment ago.

Usage Tip

Dual temporal meaning: "in a few moments" (future) or "a moment ago" (recent past) depending on verb tense.

Patois Synonym: soon come
English Synonym: shortly; very soon; moment ago

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