How to Pronounce "momentary"
word
ˈmoʊmənˌtɛɹi
MOH-mun-ter-ee
mˈəʊməntəɹˌi
MOH-muhn-tuh-ree
Definition
Lasting for only a very short time; happening or existing for just a moment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmoʊmənˌtɛɹi
British English
mˈəʊməntəɹˌi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MOH-mun-ter-ee
UK
MOH-muhn-tuh-ree
Listen in Context
He felt a momentary pain in his leg.
There was a momentary silence in the room.
She had a momentary distraction while driving.
It was just a momentary lapse; I won’t forget again.