Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

momento

noun
moh-MEN-toh
Definition
A brief period of time; a moment.
Examples
  • Let’s take a momento to appreciate this beautiful view.
  • She paused for a momento before answering the question.
  • In that momento, everything seemed perfect.
Meaning
In English, ‘momento’ generally refers to a single instance or a particular point in time. It is used to denote something transient and often significant that happens or is perceived.
Synonyms
  • instant
  • second
  • minute
  • juncture