moment
/mɔ.mɑ̃/
1. General
nounmasculineSing
a very short period of time; an instant
Attends un moment, je termine ce message et je suis là.
Wait a moment, I'll finish this message and I'll be there.
Synonyms:instant, seconde
2. General
nounmasculineSing
an indefinite period of time; a while
Ça fait un moment que je ne l'ai pas vu.
It's been a while since I saw him.
Synonyms:bout de temps, période, un certain temps
3. General
nounmasculineSing
the right or appropriate time to do something; an opportunity
C'est le moment de partir si tu veux éviter les bouchons.
This is the right time to leave if you want to avoid the traffic jams.
Synonyms:occasion, temps propice, moment opportun
