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Just for a second

🇬🇧 UK //dʒʌst fə ə ˈsɛkənd// 🇺🇸 US //dʒʌst fɔr ə ˈsɛkənd//

Meaning of Just for a second

For a very short period of time.

In simple words: Only for a very short time.

Just for a second in a sentence

• Can you hold this just for a second?
• Just for a second, I thought I saw someone I knew.
• She paused just for a second before answering.
• It’ll only take just for a second to check the time.

How to use Just for a second

Used in informal conversations to indicate a brief duration. Avoid in very formal writing or speeches.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Imagine a clock ticking just for one second.

Related words

Collocations with Just for a second

• wait just for a second
• pause just for a second
• stop just for a second
• think just for a second
• look just for a second

Synonyms for Just for a second

• briefly
• momentarily
• temporarily
• for a moment
• for a brief time

Common mistakes with Just for a second

• Saying 'just for seconds' instead of 'just for a second'.
• Using it in formal contexts where brevity is less common.
• Misplacing the phrase in sentences, making it unclear.

Frequently asked questions about Just for a second

What does Just for a second mean?

Only for a very short time.

What is the definition of Just for a second?

For a very short period of time.

How do you use Just for a second in a sentence?

Can you hold this just for a second?

Can you give another example of Just for a second?

Just for a second, I thought I saw someone I knew.

What are synonyms for Just for a second?

Common alternatives include briefly, momentarily, temporarily, for a moment, for a brief time.

What words go with Just for a second?

It commonly pairs with wait just for a second, pause just for a second, stop just for a second, think just for a second, look just for a second.

What are common mistakes when using Just for a second?

Saying 'just for seconds' instead of 'just for a second'. Using it in formal contexts where brevity is less common. Misplacing the phrase in sentences, making it unclear.

How do you pronounce Just for a second?

US: //dʒʌst fɔr ə ˈsɛkənd//, UK: //dʒʌst fə ə ˈsɛkənd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Just for a second?

Used in informal conversations to indicate a brief duration. Avoid in very formal writing or speeches.