Meaning of moment In English

• 0 a very short period of time:

  • Can you wait a moment?

  • I'll be ready in just a moment.

  • A car drew up outside and a few moments later the doorbell rang.

  • I'm expecting her to come at any moment (= very soon).

  • Have you got a moment (= are you busy or do you have time to speak to me)?

• 1 a particular time or occasion:

  • When would be the best moment to tell the family?

  • Don't leave it to/till the last moment (= the latest time possible).

  • If you want a private conversation with her you'll have to choose your moment (= find a suitable time).

  • The moment (that) (= as soon as) I get the money I'll send the ticket.

  • Sorry, she's not here at the moment.

  • Let's keep doing what we agreed for the moment.

  • I can give no information at this precise moment in time.

• 2 very important:

  • a decision of great moment

• 3 a very short period of time:

  • Hold still for a moment while I tie your shoe.

  • I’ll be ready in just a moment.

• 4 a particular time or occasion:

  • I’m waiting for the right moment to tell her the good news.

  • Just at that moment, the phone rang.

  • Are you staying with your mother at the moment (= now)?

  • You know that when that curtain goes up, it’s going to be your big moment.