뜻
Used to ask someone to pause briefly.
문화적 배경
In the US, this is often used to signal a 'time-out' in a conversation, especially when someone is being interrupted. British speakers might use 'Hold on a tick' or 'Wait a mo' as regional variations. In a corporate setting, 'Wait a minute' can sound slightly impatient; 'Could you give me a moment?' is often preferred.
Use your tone
Your tone of voice changes the meaning. A soft tone is polite; a sharp tone can sound impatient.
Add 'please'
Adding 'please' at the end makes it much more professional.
뜻
Used to ask someone to pause briefly.
Use your tone
Your tone of voice changes the meaning. A soft tone is polite; a sharp tone can sound impatient.
Add 'please'
Adding 'please' at the end makes it much more professional.
Body language
Using a hand gesture (palm out) makes the request very clear.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
_____, I forgot my bag!
The phrase 'Wait a minute' is the correct idiomatic expression.
Which is the most natural way to ask for a pause?
Choose the best option.
The standard idiom is 'Wait a minute'.
Match the phrase with its meaning.
Match 'Wait a minute' to its meaning.
The phrase means to stop or pause.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Let's go to the park. B: _____, I need my shoes.
The speaker needs time to get their shoes.
🎉 점수: /4
시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제_____, I forgot my bag!
The phrase 'Wait a minute' is the correct idiomatic expression.
Choose the best option.
The standard idiom is 'Wait a minute'.
왼쪽의 각 항목을 오른쪽의 짝과 연결하세요:
The phrase means to stop or pause.
A: Let's go to the park. B: _____, I need my shoes.
The speaker needs time to get their shoes.
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
6 질문No, it is an idiom for 'a short time'.
Yes, but be polite.
It is neutral.
It is the standard idiomatic form.
Yes, they are interchangeable.
Not if you use a polite tone.
관련 표현
Hold on
synonymTo wait.
Just a second
similarA very short time.
Give me a moment
similarRequesting time.
