JLPT N1 Advanced

今や

Now (in contrast to the past); nowadays.

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Adverb

Now / Nowadays (after a big change)

Emphasizes the present state specifically in contrast to the past, highlighting a significant change or evolution that has occurred.

Example

昔は無名だったその歌手も、今や世界的なスターだ。

That singer, who was unknown in the past, is now a global star.

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今や

いまや

Now (in contrast to the past); nowadays.

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この言葉を覚えましょう。

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