Moment
Noun
UK
/ˈməʊ.mənt/
US
/ˈmoʊ.mənt/
Definition
A very short amount of time or a single important event.
Example
"He took a moment to think carefully so he could give the right answer."
"It was a special moment when she saw her family after many months."
"He took a moment to calm down before speaking, so he could express himself clearly."
Explanation
A moment is a very short period of time. For example, please wait a moment. It can be used to talk about something quick or something important. A moment can also be a meaningful experience or a single important event you remember, like a happy moment with family. Moments can be big or small, but they often stay in our mind because they mean something to us.