Cool MateMeaning of Now or never
A phrase indicating that the current moment is the last opportunity to act.
In simple words: A choice that must be made immediately.
Now or never in a sentence
- She decided to make the call; it was now or never.
- They realized it was now or never to express their feelings to each other.
- With the deadline approaching, he thought, it’s now or never.
- The opportunity to travel the world is now or never for me.
How to use Now or never
Use in situations where immediate action is necessary. It’s often used to encourage someone to seize an opportunity, typically in an informal context.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Think of a clock ticking – it's time to act now, or it will be too late!
Related words
Collocations with Now or never
- now or never moment
- it's now or never
- make it now or never
Synonyms for Now or never
- seize the moment
- take the chance
- act now
- last opportunity
Common mistakes with Now or never
- Used in formal situations, which may sound inappropriate.
- Confused with 'now and then,' which means occasionally.
Now or never appears in
Now or never in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
الآن أو أبداً
خيار يجب اتخاذه فوراً.
- Bengaliবাংলা
এখন অথবা কখনো না
একটি সিদ্ধান্ত যা অবিলম্বে নিতে হবে।
- GermanDeutsch
Jetzt oder nie
Eine Entscheidung, die sofort getroffen werden muss.
- SpanishEspañol
Ahora o nunca
Una decisión que debe tomarse de inmediato.
- Persianفارسی
الان یا هیچوقت
انتخابی که باید فوراً انجام شود.
- FrenchFrançais
Maintenant ou jamais
Un choix qui doit être fait immédiatement.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अभी या कभी नहीं
एक ऐसा चुनाव जो तुरंत किया जाना चाहिए।
- ItalianItaliano
Ora o mai più
Una scelta che deve essere fatta subito.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Agora ou nunca
Uma escolha que deve ser feita imediatamente.
- RussianРусский
Сейчас или никогда
Выбор, который нужно сделать немедленно.
- Urduاردو
اب یا پھر کبھی نہیں
ایک ایسا انتخاب جو فوری طور پر کیا جانا چاہیے
- Chinese中文
机不可失，时不再来
必须立即做出的选择。
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Frequently asked questions about Now or never
What does Now or never mean?
A choice that must be made immediately.
What is the definition of Now or never?
A phrase indicating that the current moment is the last opportunity to act.
How do you use Now or never in a sentence?
She decided to make the call; it was now or never.
Can you give another example of Now or never?
They realized it was now or never to express their feelings to each other.
What are synonyms for Now or never?
Common alternatives include seize the moment, take the chance, act now, last opportunity.
What words go with Now or never?
It commonly pairs with now or never moment, it's now or never, make it now or never.
What are common mistakes when using Now or never?
Used in formal situations, which may sound inappropriate. Confused with 'now and then,' which means occasionally.
How do you pronounce Now or never?
US: //naʊ ɔr ˈnɛvər//, UK: //naʊ ɔːr ˈnɛvə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Now or never formal or informal?
"Now or never" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Now or never?
Use in situations where immediate action is necessary. It’s often used to encourage someone to seize an opportunity, typically in an informal context.