noun
a few moments; a few seconds
Formal or literary term for a very short span of time, similar to 一瞬 but emphasizing a small number of instants. Often used in written descriptions or elevated speech.
See also: 一瞬
数瞬の沈黙の後、彼は口を開いた。
After a few moments of silence, he opened his mouth.
その光景は数瞬のうちに消え去った。
The scene vanished in a few moments.