How to say "just a moment" in Chinese

等一下

děng yíxià

Just a moment

Grammar and structure

等 (děng) means "to wait," and 一下 (yíxià) is a softener meaning "a bit." Together it's "wait a moment."

When to use it

Use 等一下 to ask someone to wait briefly, whether you're checking something or need a second. It's neutral in politeness, suitable for most situations. English speakers might say "wait a moment" but remember to use 一下 to sound natural.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say “Just a moment” in Chinese?

“Just a moment” in Chinese is 等一下 (děng yíxià).

How do you pronounce 等一下?

等一下 is pronounced děng yíxià.

More phrases for this situation

Tomyo

Learn Chinese with spaced repetition

Remember 等一下 and hundreds of other phrases with smart reviews, audio and examples.

Download the app