momentum

language: pt

definitions

  1. noun
    The quantity of motion of a moving body, mass times velocity; figurative force or impetus.
    pt: momento; impulso
  2. noun
    A brief period of time; a specific point in time.
    pt: momento; instante

examples

  1. The car gained momentum.

    O carro ganhou impulso.

  2. At that moment, he realized.

    Nesse momento, ele percebeu.