In fact "ahorita" has 3 different meanings: 1. Right now 2. In a minute 3. A moment ago for example 1. "Quiero que laves los trastes ahorita" (I want you to wash the dishes right now) 2. "Los lavo ahorita" (I will wash the dishes in a minute) 3. "Ahorita compré un dulce en la tienda" (I bought a candy in the corner-store a moment ago)