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momentos

moh-men-tohs/moˈmentos/

“momentos” means “moments” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

moments

Also: times
NounmA1
A series of three small, distinct, colorful vignettes arranged horizontally, depicting fleeting actions: a single raindrop hitting a puddle, a camera flash going off, and a tiny bird taking flight from a branch.

📝 In Action

Necesito unos momentos para terminar el correo.

A1

I need a few moments to finish the email.

Compartimos muchos momentos felices durante las vacaciones.

A2

We shared many happy moments during the vacation.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • instantes (instants)
  • tiempos (times/periods)

Common Collocations

  • en estos momentos – right now / at this time
  • buenos momentos – good times

periods

Also: times of difficulty
NounmB1
A simple, continuous illustration showing a single character represented in three distinct life phases: a baby crawling, a child riding a bicycle, and an adult sitting calmly under a tree, symbolizing different periods.

📝 In Action

Mi familia pasó por momentos muy duros el año pasado.

B1

My family went through very tough times last year.

Hay que tener paciencia en estos momentos de incertidumbre.

B2

One must be patient in these periods of uncertainty.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • momentos cruciales – crucial moments
  • momentos difíciles – difficult times

Idioms & Expressions

  • tener sus momentos – to have one's moments (meaning occasional successes or breakdowns)

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "momentos" in Spanish:

moments→periods→times→

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Quick Quiz: momentos

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'momentos' to mean 'a tough period of life'?

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📚 Etymology▼

The word comes directly from the Latin word *momentum*, which originally referred to a 'movement' or 'moving power,' and later evolved to mean a 'short space of time' or an 'instant.'

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: momentPortuguese: momentos

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'momentos' always masculine?

Yes, 'momento' is a masculine noun, and its plural form 'momentos' is also always masculine. Always use 'los' or 'unos' with it.

How is 'momentos' different from 'tiempo'?

'Tiempo' refers to time in general or a larger, undefined period (like 'weather' or 'time itself'). 'Momentos' refers to specific, countable, usually shorter, slices of time or specific episodes.