Momens (en. Moments)
/mɔ.mɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A short lapse of time.
Wait a moment, I'll be right back.
Attends un momens, je reviens tout de suite.
A specific occasion.
We had unforgettable moments together.
Nous avons passé des momens inoubliables ensemble.
A significant moment in time.
These are moments that mark a life.
Ce sont des momens qui marquent une vie.
Etymology
The term originates from the French 'moment', used informally.
Common Phrases and Expressions
At this moment
At that moment
À ce momens
One moment please
One instant please
Un momens s'il te plaît
Take a moment
Take a moment
Prendre un momens
Related Words
instant
A very short lapse of time.
instant
era
A historical or cultural period.
époque
episode
A particular event in a sequence of events.
épisode
Slang Meanings
A pleasant or festive moment.
We had crazy moments at the party!
On a eu des momens de folie à la fête!
A short moment of break.
I'm going to take a moment to breathe.
Je vais prendre un momens pour respirer.