Spanish Phrase
Ahora mismo lo hago.
Meaning
Literally 'I do it right now.' It expresses that the speaker will carry out the requested action immediately, without delay.
When to use
Use this sentence when someone asks you to do something and you want to confirm that you’ll start at once, e.g., after a request, an instruction, or when you’re about to begin a task.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Ahoramismolohago
Ahora
Adverb of time meaning 'now' or 'right now'.
mismo
Intensifier that pairs with 'ahora' to stress immediacy: 'right this instant'.
lo
Direct object pronoun that replaces a masculine singular thing or idea previously mentioned.
hago
First‑person singular present of 'hacer' (to do, to make).
🗨In Conversation
¿Puedes enviarme el informe?
Can you send me the report?
Ahora mismo lo hago.
I’ll do it right now.
✕Common Mistakes
Ahora mismo lo haco.
The verb 'hacer' is conjugated as 'hago' for 'yo'; avoid the misspelling 'haco'.
Ahora mismo lo hice.
Use present 'hago' for a future immediate action; 'hice' is past tense.
Ahora mismo lo hago tú.
The pronoun 'lo' already implies the object; adding 'tú' creates a confusing subject‑object mix.
↔Alternatives
Enseguida lo hago.
I’ll do it right away.
Lo hago ahora.
I’m doing it now.
Ya mismo lo hago.
I’ll do it this very moment.
Cultural Tip
In Spanish‑speaking countries, adding 'mismo' after 'ahora' adds urgency and politeness. It’s more emphatic than just 'ahora lo hago', which can sound a bit casual. Be aware that in some regions, especially in Latin America, people may prefer 'enseguida' or 'ya' for a slightly less formal tone.