Meaning
To ask for a brief pause.
Cultural Background
Mexicans often use 'tantito' instead of 'momento' for a softer, more informal feel. It is common to hear 'regálame un momento', which sounds very polite and friendly. In Spain, you might hear 'un segundo' more frequently than 'un momento'. They often use 'bancame un toque' as a very informal, slangy version.
Use the hand gesture
Holding up one finger while saying it makes you sound much more natural.
Tone matters
Keep your tone light and friendly so it doesn't sound like a command.
Meaning
To ask for a brief pause.
Use the hand gesture
Holding up one finger while saying it makes you sound much more natural.
Tone matters
Keep your tone light and friendly so it doesn't sound like a command.
Test Yourself
Complete the phrase.
____ un momento, por favor.
The imperative form for 'tú' is 'dame'.
Which is the most polite?
How do you ask for a pause politely?
Adding 'por favor' is the standard way to increase politeness.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
Match 'Dame un momento' to the correct context.
The phrase is used to request a pause.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ¿Puedes ayudarme? B: ____, termino esto y voy.
It fits the context of needing to finish a task.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises____ un momento, por favor.
The imperative form for 'tú' is 'dame'.
How do you ask for a pause politely?
Adding 'por favor' is the standard way to increase politeness.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
The phrase is used to request a pause.
A: ¿Puedes ayudarme? B: ____, termino esto y voy.
It fits the context of needing to finish a task.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsNo, it is very polite if you add 'por favor'.
Yes, it is perfectly acceptable in a professional setting.
Denme un momento (for multiple people).
Usually 1-3 minutes.
Related Phrases
Un segundo
synonymA second
Espérame un poco
similarWait a little
Ahora mismo
contrastRight now
Dame un respiro
builds onGive me a break
