0 a very short period of time -- 片刻,瞬间,刹那
Can you wait a moment? 你能等一下吗?
I'll be ready in just a moment. 我一会儿就准备好。
A car drew up outside and a few moments later the doorbell rang. 一辆车在门外停了下来,过了一会儿门铃就响了。
I'm expecting her to come at any moment (= very soon). 我预计她随时会来。
Have you got a moment (= are you busy or do you have time to speak to me)? 你有空吗?
1 a particular time or occasion -- 时刻,时候;时机
When would be the best moment to tell the family? 什么时候告诉家里人最好?
Don't leave it to/till the last moment (= the latest time possible). 不要拖到最后一刻。
If you want a private conversation with her you'll have to choose your moment (= find a suitable time). 如果你想私下和她谈谈,必须选好时机。
The moment (that) (= as soon as) I get the money I'll send the ticket. 我一收到钱就会把票寄出。
Sorry, she's not here at the moment. 对不起,她现在不在这儿。
Let's keep doing what we agreed for the moment. 我们暂时还是继续按照双方原来议定的去做吧。
I can give no information at this precise moment in time. 我现在不能提供任何信息。
2 very important -- 重大的,极重要的
The falcon seemed to hang in the air for a moment before diving onto its prey.
If you'd like to take a seat, Mr Chang will be with you in a moment.
Could you mind my bag for a moment while I go to the toilet?
Could you check this letter for me before I post it - it will only take a moment.
Is Michelle all right? She doesn't seem quite herself at the moment.
In an indiscreet moment, the president let his genuine opinions be known.