momento: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
B2Formal, Academic, Business
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What does “momento” mean?
The impetus or driving force gained by a moving object or a developing process.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
The impetus or driving force gained by a moving object or a developing process.
A continuing capacity for growth, development, or success; the strength or force that allows something to advance or sustain itself.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in meaning or usage.
Connotations
Slightly more common in US business/media discourse about campaigns, markets, or sports.
Frequency
High frequency in both varieties within technical, journalistic, and business contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “momento” in a Sentence
Verb + momentum (gain/build/lose)Adjective + momentum (growing/irresistible)Vocabulary
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Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
The merger talks are gaining momentum and should conclude next quarter.
Academic
The momentum of the falling object was calculated before impact.
Everyday
Our team lost momentum after the goalkeeper got injured.
Technical
Angular momentum is conserved in a closed system.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “momento”
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “momento”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “momento”
- Using 'momentum' as an adjective (e.g., 'a momentum project').
- Confusing 'moment' (a point in time) with 'momentum'.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
'Moment' refers to a brief, specific point in time. 'Momentum' refers to the force or speed of movement, either physical or figurative, that continues over time.
Yes, especially in contexts like sports, projects, or trends to describe something that is building speed or force (e.g., 'The plan is finally getting some momentum').
It is usually uncountable. You do not typically say 'a momentum' or 'momentums'. You might refer to 'a lot of momentum' or 'different types of momentum' in physics.
The most common mistake is confusing it with 'moment' due to the similar spelling, leading to errors like 'At that momentum, I decided to leave' (incorrect).
The impetus or driving force gained by a moving object or a developing process.
Momento is usually formal, academic, business in register.
Momento: in British English it is pronounced /mə(ʊ)ˈmɛntəm/, and in American English it is pronounced /moʊˈmɛn.t̬əm/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “gather momentum”
- “with unstoppable momentum”
- “a moment of momentum”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of a MOMent when something starts TO Move powerfully - that's MOMENTUM.
Conceptual Metaphor
PROGRESS/SUCCESS IS FORWARD PHYSICAL MOTION.
Practice
Quiz
In which context is 'momentum' used LEAST appropriately?