今
いま
ima
JLPT N54 strokesKanjiLevel 6 - JLPT N5
Quick answer
今 is the kanji for "Now". A common reading is いま (ima). You can practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Now
Also : Present · Current · Just now
Readings
kunいま/ imaonこん/ kononきん/ kin
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
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Memory Aid
Meaning ·
A covered box with a dot inside — the roof traps the moment within, creating 'now' — this present instant frozen under glass.
Reading ·
いま (ima) sounds like 'I'm-a' — I'm-a here right now, in this present moment.
Example Sentences
今、何をしていますか？
いま、なにをしていますか？
What are you doing now?
今日の晩ご飯はラーメンにしました。最高です！
きょうのばんごはんはらーめんにしました。さいこうです！
I had ramen for dinner tonight. The best!
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