No. 4,033 in Portuguese
momento
"Momento" means "moment" or "point in time."
In a sentence
O momento da celebração foi cheio de emoção.
The moment of celebration was full of emotion.
Here, 'momento' is used as a noun meaning a specific period or instance in time.
Estamos vivendo um momento de grandes mudanças sociais.
We are living a moment of great social changes.
In this example, 'momento' signifies a phase or era characterized by specific events or conditions.
Por favor, espere um momento enquanto resolvo isso.
Please wait a moment while I resolve this.
This usage of 'momento' refers to a very brief span of time or interval.
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