Now, now

interjection

Used to calm or pacify someone.

Now, now, there's no need to cry.

Often appears as...

Usage tips

Colloquial

interjection

Used to discourage or limit someone's behavior.

Now, now, don't get your hopes up.

Often appears as...

Usage tips

Colloquial

interjection

Used to express surprise or disapproval.

Now, now, you're being too harsh.

Often appears as...

Usage tips

Colloquial

interjection

Used to calm or pacify someone.

Now, now, there's no need to cry.

Often appears as...

Usage tips

Colloquial

interjection

Used to discourage or limit someone's behavior.

Now, now, don't get your hopes up.

Often appears as...

Usage tips

Colloquial

interjection

Used to express surprise or disapproval.

Now, now, you're being too harsh.

Often appears as...

Usage tips

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 3

Pro Tip 1/3

Soothing Repetition

Repeating 'now' twice can add a calming rhythmic effect to your sentence.

Now, now, take deep breaths and relax.

Pro Tip 2/3

Gentle Interruption

Use 'now, now' to gently interrupt someone who's upset or worried.

Now, now, let's think this through calmly.

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Softening Tone

'Now, now' often softens the tone when pacifying someone, sounding less commanding.

Now, now, everything will be okay.

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