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"At the moment" is an adverb which is often translated as "en este momento", and "for the moment" is an adverb which is often translated as "por el momento". Learn more about the difference between "at the moment" and "for the 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).
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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.
for 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. por el momento
For the moment I don't have any vegetables left to sell.Por el momento no me quedan verduras para vender.
