剛/剛才/剛剛 indicates the very recent past.
Just now
Short time ago
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剛 / 剛才 / 剛剛 differ by function
- Time adverb vs just-now reference nuance.
Position affects rhythm and focus
- Usually before predicate chunk.
Do not overtranslate as exactly just
- Interpret by discourse timing context.
I just arrived at the office.
He called you just now.
We just finished the meeting.
I just remembered this.
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