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"At the moment" is an adverb which is often translated as "en este momento", and "at that moment" is an adverb which is often translated as "en ese momento". Learn more about the difference between "at the moment" and "at that moment" below.
at the moment(
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)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
1. (general)
a. en este momento
Can I speak to John, please? - He's not here at the moment. Can I take a message?¿Puedo hablar con John, por favor? - En este momento no está aquí. ¿Quieres dejarle un recado?
b. de momento
We are not accepting any more applications at the moment.De momento no estamos aceptando más solicitudes.
at that moment(
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)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
b. en aquel momento
At that moment, Jeff knew there was no turning back.En aquel momento, Jeff supo que no había vuelta atrás.
