nowadays
|now/a/days|
B1
/ˈnaʊəˌdeɪz/
current era
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nowadays' originates from Middle English, specifically the phrase 'nou adayes', where 'nou' meant 'now' and 'adayes' meant 'in the days'.
Historical Evolution
'nou adayes' transformed into the modern English word 'nowadays'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'in these days', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
at the present time; in the current era.
Nowadays, people rely heavily on technology for communication.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40