now, now
Soothing, calming phrase
Now, now is a gentle interjection used to calm, reassure, or mildly rebuke someone.
It soothes distress: Now, now, don't cry.
It can also express mild disapproval or urge restraint: Now, now, let's not say things we'll regret.
The repetition softens what might otherwise sound dismissive.
- there, thereVerbal comfort gesture
- there thereConsoling utterance
- consoleComfort in distress
- it's okayExpression of reassurance
- placateLessen someone's anger
don't cry · simmer down · deep breath · calm · reassurance · pat on the back · interjection · calm down · gentle · take it easy · easy does it · soothing · soft voice · pacify · empathy · be strong · hush · steady on
tone/intent
now, nowshame on you
Spoken moral rebuke
how dare you · for shame · cut it out · scold · rebuke
urgency of response
now, nowhurry up
Command to accelerate
right now · immediately · this instant · move it · chop chop