easy
Please wait one moment.
What does Moment mean?
A moment is a short time or important point.
Dictionary definition
a very short amount of time, or an important point in time.
Example sentences
Moment in a sentence
medium
Winning the race was a proud moment for the team.
hard
The story's turning point was the moment the character chose to help.
Writing practice
Ready to write your own? Study the examples, then practice moment in a sentence with Sentence Builder checklist feedback.
Quick practice
⬡ Earn 5 Honey
Practice the meaning of Moment
Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.
Question 1 of 3
Practice 1
What does moment mean?
The correct sentence uses moment in context.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to moment?
Instant is close in meaning to moment in many contexts.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym or useful contrast for moment?
Long Time contrasts with moment.
Practice complete
Nice work!
You completed 3 questions.
Pronunciation coach
⬡ Earn 5 Honey
Moment
Voice settings
Sounds like
moh · munt · strongest beat: moh
Tap each sound part, then blend the whole word together.
Learn
WordMoment.
Partnoun.
MeaningMoment means A moment is a short time or important point.
ExampleExample: Please wait one moment.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- moh · munt
- Strongest beat
- moh
- Ending
- munt
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on moh.
Your turn
Say Moment
Record a short attempt, then compare it with the Coach. Your recording stays on this device and is not uploaded.
Coach
My attempt
Ready when you are.
Nice work—you practiced moment.
Synonyms
Words like Moment
Antonyms
Opposite words
long timea much greater amount of time
foreveran endless time
Synonym practice
Want to practice moment synonyms in context? Try a Synonym Search question like "Please wait a minute before starting," then compare close word choices. Practice moment synonyms.
Word family
Moment word family
Related words
Explore related words
Student support
Understand Moment
Hint for students
A moment is a very short amount of time.
Common mix-up
Moment is not the same as minute. A minute is exactly 60 seconds; a moment is a short, general time.
Try it in class or at home
Write one sentence that shows moment without using the word moment. Example: Ava paused for just a few seconds before answering. Clue words: paused, just a few seconds Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show a short amount of time?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "Wait a moment while I tie my shoe." Why does moment fit better than month?
Learning activities
Practice Moment and explore more word games
Cards labelled “Practice MOMENT” keep this word in focus. Explore cards open games with other words.
Practice MOMENT
Sentence Builder
Write your own sentence with this word and revise with checklist feedback.
Write a sentence with MOMENT
Explore · Spelling
Spell Hive
Hear the word, type the spelling, and use spoken clues when needed.
Practice spelling
Explore · Definitions
Define the Word Hive
Choose the meaning that fits and get instant feedback.
Practice definitions
Explore · Matching
Vocabulary Match
Pair words with meanings and review misses with dictionary links.
Match meanings
Explore · Context
Context Clue Challenge
Use sentence clues to choose the word that fits the meaning.
Use context clues
Explore · Scramble
Scrambled Bees
Rebuild words from mixed-up letters for spelling practice.
Rebuild words