hold that thought

hold that thought
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
1.
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
(idiom)
(general)
a. esperar un momento
Could you hold that thought while I answer the door?¿Puedes esperar un momento mientras abro la puerta?
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
2.
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
(idiom)
(imperative; second person singular)
a. espera un momento
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., el gato).
(singular)
Hold that thought. I need to make a call.Espera un momento. Necesito hacer una llamada.
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