once; one morning; temporarily; short period
Often used in set phrases like 一朝一夕 (in a short period) or 一朝事あるとき (should something happen). As a standalone noun/adverb, it can mean 'one morning' or 'once', but it is somewhat literary and less common in everyday speech.
It cannot be done in a short period.
Should something happen, please contact me immediately.
in a day; in a short time
evanescent glory; passing prosperity
From 一 (one) + 朝 (morning). The extended meanings 'once' and 'temporarily' derive from the idea of a single morning or a brief moment.