moment
moment — 名詞
- momentsingular
- momentsplural
1. a brief span that lasts only seconds or a few minutes — short enough that you ca
片刻；瞬間
極短的一段時間
a brief span that lasts only seconds or a few minutes — short enough that you can sense it passing as you wait.
Bao waited a moment before answering his teacher's question.
Bao 等了一會兒，才回答老師的問題。
quantifier: a moment + before + verb-ing
Could you hold the door open for just a moment, please?
可以請你幫我開一下門嗎？只要一下子就好。
for just a moment — polite request
The power went out for a moment, then the lights came back on.
電力中斷了一會兒，然後燈又亮了。
Ada paused for a moment to catch her breath after running up the stairs.
Ada 停下來喘口氣，她剛才跑上了樓梯。
paused for a moment to [infinitive of purpose]
There was a moment of silence before the crowd began to cheer.
在群眾開始歡呼之前，有片刻的寧靜。
a moment of [abstract noun]
- a moment
- for a moment
- in a moment
- moment of silence
- wait a moment
- pause a moment
文法句型
a moment
for a moment
moment + of + noun
用法筆記
Often used with quantifiers (a, one, a few) and prepositions (for, in, after). Can be modified by adjectives such as long, brief, or short.
常見錯誤
2. a particular occasion or a specific time when something happens, is experienced,
時刻；時機
特定時間點或場合
a particular occasion or a specific time when something happens, is experienced, or matters to someone.
Shoko would always remember the moment when she first held her baby sister.
Shoko 永遠記得她第一次抱到妹妹的那一刻。
the moment when [relative clause] — memorable occasion
The moment when Ryo first saw the ocean was unforgettable.
Ryo 第一次看見海洋的那一刻，令他永生難忘。
the moment when [relative clause]
The Watanabe family knew from that moment on that their lives had changed forever.
Watanabe 一家從那一刻起就知道，他們的人生已永遠改變。
from that moment on — starting point of a change
This is a proud moment for the whole team after months of hard work.
經過幾個月的努力，這對整個團隊來說是一個驕傲的時刻。
a [adjective] moment — describing the occasion
Ramón chose that moment to tell everyone the news about his promotion.
Ramón 選在那個時候告訴大家他升遷的消息。
chose that moment to [infinitive] — deliberate timing
- from that moment on
- a proud moment
- the moment when
- choose the moment
- moment of truth
文法句型
the moment when/that
a [adjective] moment
from that moment on
the moment of
用法筆記
Can be followed by a relative clause with when, that, or no linker (e.g., 'the moment she walked in'). Also used in possessive phrases such as 'the proudest moment of my life'.
常見錯誤
3. at this present time, now — used to describe what is happening or true right now
目前；現在
現在，當下
at this present time, now — used to describe what is happening or true right now, as you speak.
Eli is at the library at the moment, so he cannot come to the phone.
Eli 此刻人在圖書館，所以他無法接電話。
at the moment with present continuous
We have no job openings at the moment, but please check again next month.
我們目前沒有職缺，但請下個月再來看看。
At the moment, the garden is full of roses and lavender.
目前花園裡開滿了玫瑰和薰衣草。
sentence-initial at the moment
Sorry, the manager is busy at the moment — can I take a message?
抱歉，經理現在正在忙——需要我幫您留言嗎？
- at the moment
- busy at the moment
- at the moment + present continuous
文法句型
at the moment + present tense
at the moment + present continuous
用法筆記
Fixed phrase typically used in spoken English. In formal writing, 'currently' or 'at present' is preferred. British English uses this phrase more often than American English in everyday speech.
常見錯誤
4. for a short period of time starting now, with the understanding that things may
暫時
現階段暫時如此，可能改變
for a short period of time starting now, with the understanding that things may change later — a way of describing a temporary situation or decision.
For the moment, Nala is staying with her cousin while her apartment is being painted.
Nala 暫時住在表姐家，因為她的公寓正在油漆。
for the moment — temporary arrangement
Let us put that aside for the moment and move on to the next topic.
我們先把那件事擱在一邊，繼續討論下一個主題。
put [something] aside for the moment — postpone
The rain has stopped for the moment, but more storms are expected tonight.
雨暫時停了，但預計今晚還有暴風雨。
Andrew kept his old phone for the moment and saved up for a better one.
Andrew 先繼續用舊手機，存夠錢再買一支更好的。
- for the moment
- leave/put aside for the moment
- for the moment + present simple
- for now
less formal, more common in everyday speech
- temporarily
more formal; focuses on the limited duration
- permanently
opposite in intention — forever, not temporarily
文法句型
for the moment + present tense
leave/put something for the moment
用法筆記
Often interchangeable with 'for now' in casual speech. The contrast with 'at the moment' is important: 'at the moment' states a present fact, while 'for the moment' emphasises that the situation is not permanent.
常見錯誤
5. at that precise instant — used in storytelling to mark the instant when a dramat
那時；當時
精確的那個時間點（常用於敘事）
at that precise instant — used in storytelling to mark the instant when a dramatic, important, or revealing event takes place, almost like a freeze-frame in a film.
At that moment, the phone rang and everyone turned to look.
就在那一刻，電話響了，每個人都轉頭去看。
at that moment — narrative specific reference point
Just at that moment, the door swung open and Christopher walked into the room.
就在那一刻，門突然打開，Christopher 走進了房間。
just at that moment — narrative dramatic timing
At that moment, Élise realised she had left her keys in the car.
就在那時，Élise 發現她把鑰匙留在車裡了。
It was at that very moment that Aylin made her decision to move abroad.
就在那個關鍵時刻，Aylin 做出了移居國外的決定。
at that very moment — emphasising exactness
The car began to slide, and at that moment Mauricio knew he had to move fast.
車子開始打滑，就在那時 Mauricio 知道必須趕快應變。
- at that moment
- just at that moment
- at that very moment
- at that precise moment
- at that instant
more precise and sudden; suggests an action without any delay
- then
simpler but less precise; does not carry the same dramatic weight
- at that point
slightly more detached and factual
文法句型
at that/this moment
at that very moment
just at that moment
用法筆記
Often used with 'just' or 'very' for emphasis. The past tense is the most common frame since this phrase typically appears in narratives about completed events.
6. great importance, influence, or significance — used in formal contexts to descri
重大；重要
非常重要或影響深遠
great importance, influence, or significance — used in formal contexts to describe something that matters a great deal or has lasting consequences.
The discovery was a matter of great moment for the scientific community.
這項發現對科學界來說是一件非常重要的大事。
of great moment — formal expression of importance
The president's speech addressed issues of moment that affect every citizen.
總統的演說談到了影響每個公民的重大議題。
issues of moment — important matters
This treaty is of great moment in the history of our two nations.
這項條約在我們兩國的歷史上意義重大。
The judge reminded the jury that they were deciding a case of great moment.
法官提醒陪審團，他們正在裁決一個極為重要的案件。
- of moment
- of great moment
- of little moment
- a matter of moment
- significance
the closest synonym; used in a wider range of structures
- consequence
similar formality, often paired with 'of' ('of little consequence')
- weight
more figurative, suggesting burden or gravity
- triviality
the quality of being unimportant
- insignificance
lack of importance or worth
文法句型
of moment
of great/little moment
of no moment
用法筆記
Almost always used in the fixed phrases 'of moment', 'of great moment', or 'of little/no moment'. The bare noun in this sense does not appear outside these prepositional constructions. This is a formal, literary usage that is rare in everyday conversation.
常見錯誤
at the moment
idiomnow, at this present time — used to describe current situations or activities.
此刻，目前
I am afraid Dr. Okafor is not available at the moment; would you like to leave a message?
At the moment, the restaurant is closed for renovation and will reopen next week.
for the moment
idiomfor a short time now, with the understanding that this may change later.
暫時，現階段
We can stay here for the moment, but we will need to find a permanent place soon.
For the moment, the children are safe with their grandmother.
in a moment
idiomvery soon; after a very short period of time from now.
等一下，馬上
Please take a seat — the doctor will see you in a moment.
The train will be arriving in a moment, so please stand behind the yellow line.
at this or that exact point in time — used to refer to a specific, precise time, especially in storytelling.
就在這時／那時
At that moment, the fire alarm went off and everyone had to leave the building.
At this moment, the camera captured the exact expression on the winner's face.
of great moment
idiomvery important or significant — used in formal writing about matters of lasting consequence.
非常重要的，影響深遠的
The Supreme Court is about to rule on a case of great moment for the entire country.
This is a decision of great moment, one that will shape policy for decades.
the moment (that)
idiomas soon as; immediately when something happens — used as a conjunction to connect two events that happen at almost the same time.
一⋯⋯就⋯⋯
The moment the bell rang, the children ran out of the classroom.
Call me the moment you hear any news about the test results.
moment of truth
idiomthe critical moment when someone must face a challenge or learn the result of an important test or decision.
關鍵時刻，考驗的時刻
The moment of truth came when Diya opened the letter to see if she had been accepted.
The team had trained for months, and now the moment of truth had arrived on race day.
suddenly, without planning or preparation beforehand.
一時衝動，臨時起意
We decided to drive to the beach on the spur of the moment when we saw the sunny weather.
Her proposal was not planned — she made it on the spur of the moment during the meeting.
almost too late; at the very last moment before something bad would have happened.
正是時候，差點就太遲了
The ambulance arrived not a moment too soon — the patient needed help immediately.
The rain started not a moment too soon; the crops were beginning to dry out.
to experience a period of being popular, successful, or noticed by others.
風光一時，有過輝煌時期
The old cassette tapes had their moment in the 1980s and 1990s before CDs took over.
Every young actor dreams of having their moment on the big stage.
used to ask someone to pause briefly or to indicate that you need a short time before doing something.
等一下，稍等
Wait a moment — I think I left my wallet in the car.
Just a moment, please; I need to check the schedule before I can answer you.
any moment now
idiomvery soon; expected to happen at any second.
隨時，馬上
The bus should be here any moment now — it is already five minutes late.
Any moment now, the results of the election will be announced on live television.
Very soon, at any time.
隨時
The train should arrive at any moment now.
Could the baby wake up at any moment?
With very little warning or time to prepare.
臨時通知
Maya can leave for a trip at a moment's notice.
The chef prepared a meal at short notice for the guests.
Now, at the present time.
此刻
At this moment in time, we have no further information.
Is the manager available at this moment in time?
be having a moment
idiomTo be popular for a short period, especially something not usually popular.
正流行
Vinyl records are having a moment among young people.
Is that old hairstyle really having a moment again?
For now; for a short time.
暫時
This room is fine for the moment, but we may need a bigger one.
For the present, let's focus on finishing this project.
To have short periods that are better or more interesting than others.
有精彩時刻
The movie was slow but it had its moments.
My job has its moments of excitement.
in the moment
idiomCompletely focused on what you are doing or experiencing right now.
活在當下
When playing music, Sara tries to stay in the moment.
Are you fully in the moment during meditation?
Used to ask someone to wait for a short time.
等一下
Just a moment, please—I'll check the schedule.
Can you hold on just a second?
The latest possible time before an important event.
最後一刻
Diego finished his homework at the last minute.
Don't wait until the last moment to buy tickets.
As soon as something happens.
一…就…
The moment the bell rings, students leave the classroom.
I knew she was the one the very moment I saw her.
the moment of truth
idiomA time when someone or something is tested or important decisions are made.
關鍵時刻
The moment of truth came when the pilot had to land the plane.
For the athlete, the race was the moment of truth.
not for a/one moment
idiomCertainly not; not at all.
絕不
I did not for one moment think he would lie.
Not for a moment did she believe the story.
of moment
idiomVery important.
重要的
This is a decision of great moment for the company.
The treaty was an event of moment in history.
of the moment
idiomFamous, important, and talked about a lot now.
當紅的
That actor is the star of the moment in Hollywood.
What is the fashion trend of the moment?
The best time to do something for it to succeed.
最佳時機
He chose the psychological moment to ask for a raise.
Is now the psychological moment to launch the product?
To wait for a short time.
等一下
Wait a moment while I grab my coat.
Can you wait a second? I need to check something.
同根字
- momentary形容詞B2
- momentarily副詞B2
- momentous形容詞C1
- momentousness名詞C2