Translation guide
Expresses the idea of something happening continuously, gradually, or at each successive moment. Japanese often uses adverbial phrases or mimetic words rather than a single direct equivalent.
Describing an ongoing process or state that unfolds with every passing moment.
Adverb meaning 'moment by moment', 'hour by hour', often used for gradual change or progression.
The situation is changing moment by moment.
Literally 'each instant', emphasizes every single moment. Can be used adverbially with に.
I want to live cherishing each and every moment.
More literary or formal version of 刻々と, meaning 'moment by moment' or 'hour by hour'.
The situation is worsening moment by moment.
Emphasizing incremental change over time, often with a sense of steady progression.
Mindfulness or appreciation of the present, often used in inspirational contexts.
Common phrase meaning 'live in the present moment'. Captures the idea of moment-by-moment awareness.
Don't regret the past; live moment by moment.
Means 'cherish each moment'. Emphasizes valuing every instant.
Direct translations like '瞬間ごとに' are not idiomatic. Use the adverbial phrases above instead.
少しずつ慣れてきた。
I'm getting used to it moment by moment.
He is someone who lives moment by moment.