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“time” in English

time
Illustration of "time" in a English cultural setting
A young woman glances at her wristwatch while waiting for the bus, its hands pointing to 3 o'clock as sunlight filters through the trees.

Usage note

Use 'time' to talk about moments, durations, or schedules in daily life.

Examples

  • It is time to go.

    It is time to go.

  • I have no time now.

    I have no time now.

  • What time is it?

    What time is it?

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What does "time" mean?

  • A. time
  • B. airplane
  • C. apple
  • D. bag

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