No. 4,659 in Chinese
片刻
A short moment; an instant.
In a sentence
我只需要片刻休息，就能继续工作。
I just need a short break and I can continue working.
In this sentence, '片刻' is used to denote a brief period of time (a short moment), emphasizing the temporary nature of the break requested.
片刻的宁静让我感受到了内心的平和。
A moment of tranquility allowed me to feel inner peace.
Here, '片刻' signifies a short duration of quietness, highlighting the fleeting yet impactful experience.
他停顿了片刻，但随后继续讲述。
He paused for a moment, but then continued speaking.
In this context, '片刻' is utilized to express a pause or brief stop in action, giving emphasis to its temporal brevity.
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