De momento
Example: De momento, no puedo ayudarte con esa tarea difícil.
Definition
"De momento" is a Spanish expression meaning 'for now' or 'at the moment,' used to indicate a temporary situation or condition that may change later. For example, in the phrase 'De momento, no puedo ayudarte con esa tarea difícil,' it conveys a current inability to help.
Etymology
The expression "de momento" comes from the Spanish words 'de,' meaning 'of' or 'from,' and 'momento,' which means 'moment' or 'instant.' Its origin traces back to the Latin word 'momentum,' meaning movement or importance, reflecting the idea of a specific point in time. Did you know? This phrase is commonly used in everyday Spanish to express a temporary status.
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"De momento" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A2) - parte 1", containing 106 commonly used expressions.
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