juncture
word
Definition
A critical or important point in time when a decision or change must be made. It can also refer to a place where things join or meet, but this is less common.
Usage & Nuances
'Juncture' is formal and often used in written or serious spoken English. Common phrases: 'at this juncture', 'critical juncture'. For events or choices, not for everyday actions. Don't confuse with 'junction' (physical intersection).
Spanish: momento crucial - coyunturaPortuguese (BR): momento crucial - ponto decisivoPortuguese (PT): momento crucial - fase críticaChinese (Simplified): 关键时刻 - 交汇点Chinese (Traditional): 關鍵時刻 - 交會點Hindi: महत्वपूर्ण मोड़ - निर्णायक क्षणArabic: مرحلة حاسمة - نقطة تحولBengali: সঙ্কটপূর্ণ মুহূর্ত - সন্ধিক্ষণRussian: переломный момент - критический моментJapanese: 重大な時点 - 重要な局面Vietnamese: thời điểm quan trọng - bước ngoặtKorean: 중요한 시점 - 중대한 기로Turkish: kritik an - önemli dönemeçUrdu: نقطۂ اہم - اہم موڑIndonesian: titik penting - saat genting
Example Sentences
We are at a critical juncture in our project.
basic
This juncture will decide our future.
basic
At this juncture, we must act quickly.
basic
The company reached a difficult juncture when sales dropped sharply.
natural
I'm glad you called at this juncture—I really needed advice.
natural
The two rivers merge at a juncture just outside the city.
natural