How to Say ‘One moment, let me check...’ in Spain Spanish
Un momento, que lo miro...
oon moh-MEN-toh keh loh MEE-roh
[oon moh-MEN-toh keh loh MEE-roh]
💬 Usage Tip: The que here works like a casual "because" or "so", linking the request to the reason. You'll hear it all the time: Espera, que voy "Wait, I'm coming".
Phrase Breakdown
Un momento,
oon moh-MEN-toh
One moment,
A common way to ask someone to wait. The 'n' of 'un' blends into the 'm', so it sounds like 'um-mo-MEN-to'.
Un momento, por favor.
One moment, please.
Words in this phrase
Un
[oon]
a / an
Masculine singular indefinite article used before a noun.
Busco un entorno donde pueda crecer profesionalmente.
I am looking for an environment where I can grow professionally.
momento
[moh-MEN-toh]
moment
A noun meaning a specific instant or point in time.
Es un momento inolvidable para todos.
It is an unforgettable moment for everyone.
que lo miro...
keh loh MEE-roh
I'll check it...
Here 'que' means roughly 'because' or 'as' and is very colloquial. Say it smoothly as 'ke-lo-MI-ro'. The 'u' in 'que' is silent.
Espera, que lo miro en el ordenador.
Wait, I'll check it on the computer.
Words in this phrase
que
[keh]
(so) / because
Here a linking word meaning roughly 'so that' or 'because'; often untranslated.
Espera, que te ayudo.
Wait, I'll help you.
lo
[loh]
it
A direct object pronoun meaning it, often referring to a plan, meeting, or task.
Lo confirmamos por correo después del evento.
We’ll confirm it by email after the event.
miro
[MEE-roh]
I look / I check
First person of 'mirar'; here 'I'll check'.
Miro la agenda ahora.
I'll check the schedule now.
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