Marathi · Numbers & Time
आता
aata
Now
Beginneradverb
Definition
At the present moment.
Example
आता किती वाजले?
What time is it now?
Etymology
The term 'आता' (aata) is derived from the Proto-Indo-Aryan root *aṭ, reflecting a call to the present and its immediate context in Marathi.
How & Where It’s Used
'आता' is widely used in both spoken and written Marathi, suitable for all contexts, including casual conversation and written communication, recognized across all Marathi regions.