World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesmoment
Pronunciation / Transliteration: moh-mahn
"Attendez un moment, s'il vous plaît."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A very brief period of time; an instant.
"Can you wait for just a moment while I grab my coat?" - 2
A particular point in time or a specific juncture.
"At that exact moment, the lights went out across the entire building."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'moment' originates from the Latin 'momentum', meaning 'movement' or 'motion'. It evolved through Middle English, where it referred to a brief period of time, and has retained this meaning in modern usage.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Moment"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Moment" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
moment
Transliteration: moh-mahn
"Attendez un moment, s'il vous plaît."
Moment
Transliteration: moh-ment
"Warten Sie bitte einen kurzen Moment."
momento
Transliteration: moh-men-to
"Aspetta un momento, per favore."
momento
Transliteration: moh-men-toh
"Espera un momento por favor."
momento
Transliteration: moh-men-too
"Espere um momento, por favor."
क्षण
Transliteration: kshanak
"कृपया एक क्षण रुको।"
片刻
Transliteration: piànkè
"请等片刻。"
순간
Transliteration: sun-gan
"잠시만 기다려 주세요."
瞬間
Transliteration: shunkan
"ほんの瞬間だけ待ってください。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all French termsA person who is admired and respected in their local community for their achievements or contributions.
A person who inspires or influences others, especially in a particular sphere.
The act of retaining possession or control of something.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Moment"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.