Significado
Used to ask someone to wait for a very short period of time.
Contexto cultural
In the US, 'Just a moment' is often used to signal efficiency. It's a way of saying 'I'm working on it right now.' British speakers often use 'Just a second' or 'Just a mo' to sound less formal and more friendly. When using the English phrase in Japan, it's often accompanied by a slight bow to show respect for the other person's time. Germans value punctuality, so 'Just a moment' is taken quite literally. If you say it, you are expected to be ready very soon.
Use your hands
Holding up one finger while saying 'Just a moment' makes the meaning clear even if the other person doesn't hear you well.
Don't be too slow
If you say 'Just a moment,' try to be ready within 30-60 seconds.
Significado
Used to ask someone to wait for a very short period of time.
Use your hands
Holding up one finger while saying 'Just a moment' makes the meaning clear even if the other person doesn't hear you well.
Don't be too slow
If you say 'Just a moment,' try to be ready within 30-60 seconds.
The 'Please' Power
Adding 'please' at the end makes you sound much more professional and kind.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the phrase with the missing word.
Just ___ moment, I need to find my glasses.
We always use the indefinite article 'a' in this fixed expression.
Which phrase is the most polite for a customer service job?
A customer asks for help while you are on the phone. You say:
'Just a moment, please' is the standard polite way to acknowledge someone while you are busy.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are looking for a file on your computer during a meeting.
This phrase explains why there is a pause in the conversation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Can you help me with this box? B: ________, I'm just washing my hands.
B needs a short time to finish washing hands before helping.
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Ayudas visuales
When to say 'Just a moment'
At Home
- • Answering the door
- • Finding keys
- • On the phone
At Work
- • Zoom calls
- • Colleague visits
- • Finding files
In Public
- • Ordering food
- • Paying at a shop
- • Asking for directions
Wait Times
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosJust ___ moment, I need to find my glasses.
We always use the indefinite article 'a' in this fixed expression.
A customer asks for help while you are on the phone. You say:
'Just a moment, please' is the standard polite way to acknowledge someone while you are busy.
You are looking for a file on your computer during a meeting.
This phrase explains why there is a pause in the conversation.
A: Can you help me with this box? B: ________, I'm just washing my hands.
B needs a short time to finish washing hands before helping.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
14 preguntasYes, it is very polite and neutral. Adding 'please' makes it even better.
In this phrase, they mean the same thing. 'Second' sounds slightly faster.
It's better to use 'I will get back to you shortly' in writing.
It is always 'Just a moment.' You need the 'a'.
Yes, but 'Just a moment' sounds a bit softer and more polite.
In conversation, it usually means 5 to 60 seconds.
It's better to use 'Just a moment' or 'One moment' with a boss to be safe.
Say 'Could you give me a few minutes?' instead.
Yes, it is one of the most common phrases in the English language.
Yes, it's a polite way to stop someone if you have an important point.
It is neutral. It works in almost any situation.
The shortest version is 'Sec!' but only use that with friends.
'Just' makes the wait seem smaller and less annoying to the listener.
Yes, 'Just one moment' is also very common and polite.
Frases relacionadas
Just a second
synonymWait for a very short time
Wait a minute
similarWait for a short time
Hold on
informalStop or wait
One moment, please
formalA very polite request to wait
Hang on
informalWait
