adverb, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
for a while; for a short time; soon
Literary or formal adverb meaning 'for a little while' or 'soon'. Often used in written language or polite speech; in casual conversation しばらく is more common.
Please wait a moment.
We lamented our brief parting.
He thought for a moment before answering.
He took a brief rest.
I'll be away from my seat for a little while.
一時 emphasizes 'temporarily/for a time' and is often used with states or conditions, while しばし simply means a brief duration.
Usually written in kana; the kanji form 暫し is rare.
Kanji spelling is uncommon; learners should use the kana form.
The origin is uncertain; it is a native Japanese adverb.