What is the meaning of 2 seconds?
People will say anything like that, “1 second” or “2 seconds” or “3 seconds” or “give me a second” or “give me a minute” it all means “just wait a little”
What does in a second mean?
In only a very brief amount of time; very soon. The doctor will be with you in just a second. See also: second.
Can I get seconds meaning?
It could mean a second portion of anything–not just food and drink. But that’s the most usual understanding. If you want more time, you’d say “Can I have a second?” (Actually, I’d say “a minute.”) Your two alternatives are also correct as requests for more time.
Can I see you for a second meaning?
I think it means “Can I talk to you for a second” but then why did he use “see”? Is “see” informal way of saying “talk to”? Basically, yes. It probably started out as a euphemism or an attempt at politeness, but if your boss says it, it will no doubt strike fear in the hearts of many.
What is before second?
Millisecond(One thousandth of a second) Microsecond(One millionth of a second) Nanosecond(One billionth of a second) Picosecond(One trillionth of a second)
What does a few seconds mean?
Saying “a few” seconds, generally means 2 or more, but there is no “definition” of the maximum “a few” means. Five is probably a save bet. I don’t know that “pauses for seconds” is wrong, but I never people say “for seconds” without including a measurement, e.g. “for 10 seconds”.
How do you respond to I second that?
The answer is nothing more than “support” (“I support the motion.”) Note indeed that the definition of “seconder” is, indeed, “the first person to support the motion”. Indeed you need never use the word “second”, just stand and say “I support that”.
Can I talk to you for a second meaning?
I think it means “Can I talk to you for a second” but then why did he use “see”? Is “see” informal way of saying “talk to”? Thank you. Yes, it’s quite a normal way of asking someone you don’t know if you can talk to them privately (usually).
Who invented date?
Roman Empire However the ancient historian Livy gave credit to the second early Roman king Numa Pompilius for devising a calendar of 12 months. The extra months Ianuarius and Februarius had been invented, supposedly by Numa Pompilius, as stop-gaps.
What is below a second?
The units smaller than a second are: Milliseconds: 10-3 s. Microseconds: 10-6 s. Nanoseconds: 10-9 s.
What does i second you mean?
I agree with you
/ˈsek. ənd/ to make a formal statement of support for a suggestion made by someone else during a meeting so that there can be a discussion or vote: The motion was proposed by the club’s chairwoman and seconded by the secretary. “I could use a drink.” “I’ll second that (= I agree with you)!”
How long are few seconds?
Saying “a few” seconds, generally means 2 or more, but there is no “definition” of the maximum “a few” means.
What is the meaning of I second?
to make a formal statement of support for a suggestion made by someone else during a meeting in order to allow a discussion or vote: I second the motion to adjourn.
What is the best reply of how are you?
Good: “Good” is the most common answer to the question “How are you?” It is polite and cheerful. Well or very well: This answer is the most grammatically correct since the question “How are you?” should technically be answered with an adverb.
How do you ask for a moment?
They would be used in more professional situations, but if you’re in a more informal situation, like with your friends, then you would probably ask somebody like this: “Could I talk to you for a minute?” or “Could I talk to you for a second?” This is just the more informal way of expressing your desire to speak with …