Portuguese Phrase
Vou fazer agora.
Meaning
This phrase indicates an immediate intention to perform a task or action. It utilizes the verb 'ir' (to go) as an auxiliary to form the near future, combined with the infinitive 'fazer' (to do/make).
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to assure someone that you are attending to a request immediately. It is perfect for workplace productivity or responding to chores at home.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Voufazeragora
Vou (Ir)
The first-person singular present of 'ir', used to construct the 'immediate future' tense.
Fazer
The infinitive form meaning 'to do' or 'to make'; it does not change when used with 'vou'.
Agora
An adverb of time meaning 'now', placing the action in the immediate present context.
🗨In Conversation
Você pode terminar o relatório?
Can you finish the report?
Vou fazer agora.
I'm going to do it now.
✕Common Mistakes
Eu vou faz agora.
The main verb must remain in the infinitive form 'fazer' when following the auxiliary verb 'vou'.
Vou fazendo agora.
Using the gerund 'fazendo' implies you are already in the process, whereas 'fazer' emphasizes the start of the action.
↔Alternatives
Faço já.
I'll do it right away.
Vou fazer isso agora mesmo.
I'm going to do that right now.
Cultural Tip
In many Portuguese-speaking cultures, 'agora' can sometimes be interpreted loosely. To emphasize that you are literally starting this very second, you might hear people say 'agora mesmo' or 'já'.