por un momento
por un momento
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. for a moment
Por un momento, pensé que ella me iba a besar, pero se dio la vuelta y se fue.For a moment, I thought she was going to kiss me, but she turned around and left.
b. for an instant
La mariposa se posó sobre una flor y, por un momento, el mundo me pareció perfecto tal y como era.The butterfly landed on a flower, and for an instant, the world seemed perfect as it was.
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Ahora mismo estoy pasando por un momento muy bueno. Tengo un trabajo estupendo y unos amigos maravillosos. Espero que dure.I'm doing great right now. I have a good job and wonderful friends. I hope it lasts.
Mi esposa y yo estamos pasando por un momento muy difícil y quizá nos divorciemos.My wife and I are going through a very difficult time and might get divorced.
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