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momentum
In a figurative sense, the self-sustaining dynamic or drive that a process or development has. It describes the driving force that maintains or strengthens a movement.
Die politische Kampagne hat in den letzten Wochen deutlich an Momentum gewonnen.
The political campaign has clearly gained momentum in recent weeks.
momentum
In physics, a fundamental quantity that describes the state of motion of a body; also called linear momentum. It is the product of the body's mass and velocity.
Nach dem Stoß wurde das gesamte Momentum auf die zweite Kugel übertragen.
After the collision, the entire momentum was transferred to the second ball.
right moment
The favorable moment or the right time for an action or decision.
Wir müssen das richtige Momentum abwarten, um unser neues Projekt vorzustellen.
We need to wait for the right moment to present our new project.
'Momentum' is a word from Latin. It is used mainly in written language, in specialized fields (physics, business), and in more formal discussions.
Die Diskussion verlor schnell an Momentum und wurde beendet.
The discussion quickly lost momentum and was ended.
In the figurative meaning, 'Momentum' (momentum) is very often combined with the verbs 'gewinnen' (to gain), 'verlieren' (to lose), 'nutzen' (to use), or 'aufbauen' (to build). The expression 'an Momentum gewinnen' (to gain momentum) is especially common.
Die Protestbewegung hat in den sozialen Medien stark an Momentum gewonnen.
The protest movement has gained strong momentum on social media.
You can recognize the physics meaning from the context. If there is talk of 'Masse' (mass), 'Geschwindigkeit' (velocity), 'Impuls' (momentum/impulse), or 'Stoß' (collision), the physical 'Momentum' (momentum) is meant.
In der Physik ist das Momentum eine Erhaltungsgröße.
In physics, momentum is a conserved quantity.
When 'Momentum' (right moment) means the favorable moment, it often appears together with adjectives like 'richtig' (right) or 'passend' (suitable). Typical verbs here are 'abwarten' (to wait for), 'finden' (to find), or 'verpassen' (to miss).
Wir müssen das richtige Momentum für die Veröffentlichung des Produkts abwarten.
We need to wait for the right moment for the product launch.
point in time
When referring to a decision, Zeitpunkt and Momentum can both mean the appropriate moment. Zeitpunkt initially describes only when something happens, while Momentum highlights a favorable moment that is especially significant for taking action. Use Zeitpunkt to place something in time and Momentum when acting quickly seems particularly sensible.
Wir sollten das Momentum nutzen und jetzt über den Vorschlag entscheiden.
We should use the momentum and decide on the proposal now.
Der Zeitpunkt für die Entscheidung steht im Kalender.
The timing of the decision is on the calendar.
