Two word phrases with time

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Время – одна из главных ценностей в нашей жизни. Важно уметь управлять им правильно. Это умение начинается, в частности, со способности выразить свои мысли о времени на разных языках, если вы ими увлекаетесь. На страницах нашего сайта можно научиться это сделать по-английски. Мы предлагаем вам 20 устойчивых выражений с переводом и примерами использования со словом time – время.

1. be on time – не опоздать

   ‘The trains always run on time in my country. They are never late.’

2. time flies – время летит быстро

   ‘Time flies when you are having fun.’

3. in the nick of time – в мгновение ока

   ‘My team scored in the nick of time. The game was in the last few seconds.’

4. turn back the hands of time – повернуть время вспять

   ‘If I could turn back the hands of time, I wouldn’t have done what I did.’

5. save time – экономить время

   ‘We will save time if we drive instead of taking the bus.’

6. spare time – свободное время

   ‘In my spare time I like to learn English.’

7. as time goes by – со временем

   ‘As time has gone by I have become less interested in going to nightclubs on the weekends.’

8. be out of time – испытывать нехватку времени

   ‘Please stop writing. You are out of time. The exam has finished.’

9. make time – выкроить, уделить время

   ‘I know that you are busy, but you will have to make time to attend the meeting.’

10. time for a change – время перемен

    ‘After working in the same job for 5 years, I now feel like it is time for a change.’

11. time is money – время — деньги

    ‘I can’t wait here all day. Time is money, you know?’

12. time heals all wounds – время лечит раны

    ‘I was sad for a long time after I broke up with my boyfriend, but time heals all wounds. I’m fine now.’

13. only time will tell – время покажет

    ‘Will we ever have peace in the world? Only time will tell.’

14. kill time – убить время

    ‘We’ve got 4 hours until our flight leaves. What are we going to do until then? How are we going to kill time?’

15. time after time – время от времени

    ‘Time after time Tom was late for school. His teacher told him if he was late again he would be in big trouble.’

16. time off — отпуск

    ‘You are working too much. You need to take some time off.’

17. a waste of time – напрасная трата времени

    It’s a waste of time calling that company. They never answer the telephones.’

18. a hard time – тяжелые времена

    ‘She’s had a hard time recently; she lost her job and then her mother died.’

19. too much time on my hands – вагон времени

    ‘He watches so much TV because he has too much time on his hands.’

20. a whale of a time — развлечение

    ‘I had a whale of a time at your party. Please invite me to your next one.

 
English Idioms Course

ahead of one’s time = having ideas or attitudes that are too advanced for the culture/society at the moment

My grandmother was ahead of her time – she opened her own company in an era when there were few women in the business world.

behind the times = old-fashioned, not keeping up with current developments

Bob is a bit behind the times – he doesn’t know how to use a computer, much less a smartphone!

a race against time = a situation when you need to rush to do something before the deadline (time limit)

The last day for submitting project proposals is one week from today – so now it’s a race against time.

in the nick of time = at the last moment before it’s too late.

We got to the airport in the nick of time – if we’d arrived 15 minutes later, we would’ve missed our flight.

have the time of your life = have a super wonderful experience

My kids had the time of their lives at Disney World.

have a devil/hell of a time = a very difficult experience

I’m having a devil of a time trying to install this software – every time I try, I get a different error message.

bide your time until = wait patiently for a good opportunity

He was just biding his time until he got a chance to work at his dream job.

catch at a bad time = attempt to speak to someone in a moment that is inconvenient for him/her

Hi Peter! You caught me at a bad time – I’m about to go into a meeting. Could I call you back in an hour?

have a lot of time on your hands = have a lot of free time (maybe too much)

That guy completely covered the walls of his room with colored pencil drawings. He must have a lot of time on his hands!

all in good time = it will happen when the time is right, so be patient

“Why is it taking so long for my career to take off??”
“All in good time… just keep working hard and you’ll make it.”

only a matter of time = it will definitely happen sooner or later

The company has lost money for the third year in a row; it’s only a matter of time before it goes bankrupt.

time will tell = the passing of time will show the result, whether good or bad

“I was surprised that Bill and Jackie got married. Do you think they’ll be happy together?”

“Only time will tell.“

stand the test of time = last for a long time and continue to be successful

This is a classic work of literature. It has stood the test of time.

the time is ripe = it is the best time to do something

Real estate prices are low, and we have a lot of money saved up – I think the time is ripe for us to buy a house.

Ripe fruit is at the perfect moment to eat!

two-time = deceive, betray, or cheat someone

You two-timing bastard! You’ve been seeing another woman for the entire time we’ve been engaged!

the big time = the highest or most profitable level

She made it to the big time with the launch of her latest novel – it sold hundreds of thousands of copies in the first week.

time flies = time passes very quickly

Your son is already 12 years old? I remember when he was a baby! How time flies…

Another expression: “Time flies when you’re having fun” – Time passes more quickly when you’re doing something you enjoy

time heals all wounds = the passing of time makes emotional injuries get better

Right now she’s very upset that her boyfriend broke up with her, but you know what they say: Time heals all wounds.

time is of the essence = correct timing is very important (often used for things that are urgent)

In order to meet the deadline, you need to send us the contract by Monday – time is of the essence.

third time’s the charm = the third time you try something, it will work (when the previous two attempts have failed)

I’ve called her twice, but she hasn’t answered. Let me try again – the third time’s the charm.

Considering that time is such a critical element in our lives, it’s no surprise that the word time should crop up so often in English idiomatic usage. Here’s a list of phrases that refer directly to time.

1. a devil of a time: said of an ordeal
2. a legend in one’s own time: one who gains renown within his or her lifetime (also inspired “a legend in (one’s) own mind,” referring to an egotistical person who believes himself or herself to be more significant than he or she actually is)
3–4. a matter/question of time: said in reference to a state that will soon change
5. a rare old time: an enjoyable experience
6. a race against time: said of trying to accomplish something critical in a short time frame
7. a stitch in time: the first half of a proverb (ending with “saves nine” and with an obscure origin) that refers to the wisdom of taking precaution
8. a whale of a (good) time: an especially exciting or fun experience
9. ahead of time: before the agreed time
10. ahead of (one’s) time: said of someone or something that has an innovative approach or style or one that the world is not ready for
11. all in good time: an expression that encourages patience
12. all the time in the world: an unlimited amount of time
13. all the time: in addition to referring to habitual or continuous occurrence, can refer to knowing about something throughout a given period
14. at a set time: at the agreed time
15. at all times: always
16. at no time: never
17. at the appointed time: at the agreed time
18. bad time: an inconvenient moment or an unfortunate experience
19. before (one’s) time: said of something that existed or occurred before one was born or when one was too young to recall that thing, or said in reference to someone’s unexpectedly early death
20–21. behind its time/the times: late, not keeping up, or obsolete
22. bide (one’s) time: be patient
23. big-time operator: someone who is or thinks he or she is important or influential
24. big-time spender: one who spends a lot of money, or said ironically about a frugal person
25. borrowed time: an uncertain amount of time, at the end of which something will no longer exist or occur
26. buy time: postpone an event for one’s advantage
27. by the time: said in reference to a time after something else has occurred
28. caught in a time warp: unchanged in an antiquated or obsolete way
29. crunch time: a critical period
30. face time: time spent in someone else’s company
31. for the time being: for now
32. from time to time: occasionally
33. do (the) time: serve time in jail or prison
34. down time: rest period
35. get the time: become available
36. give (one) a hard time: be critical
37. good-time Charlie: one who seeks pleasure
38. good times: pleasant experiences
39. hardly have time to breathe: said when one is busy
40. have a time of it: experience difficulty
41. having quite a time: having a pleasurable experience, or having difficulty
42. have time on (one’s side): don’t have to hurry
43. I’ll catch you some other time: I’ll talk to you later when it’s more convenient for you
44. in next to no time: almost instantly
45. in the fullness of time: after enough time passes
46. in the right place at the right time: in a figurative sense, fortuitously prepared for some eventuality; also, literally, located in a position that is advantageous or fortunate
47. it’s about time: said to express impatience, or relief that something has finally occurred (usually accompanied by an exclamation point)
48. it’s high time: it is the appropriate time; one has waited long enough
49. keep time: maintain the beat in music
50. lose no time: do something immediately
51. make good time: proceed quickly or in a reasonable amount of time
52. make time for: set aside a period of time to accommodate someone or something
53. make up for lost time: catch up on time wasted or as a result of going slowly or not going at all
54. mark time: wait
55. not able to call (one’s) time (one’s) own: too busy
56. old-time: old-fashioned
57. on time: punctual
58. once upon a time: long ago
59. out of time: said in reference to no longer having time to do something
60. pass the time (of day) with: chat with
61. pressed for time: lacking enough time to do something
62. run that by me one more time: say that again
63. sands of time: a poetic reference to the passage of time as represented by sand in an hourglass
64. the big time: said in reference to achieving prominence in some endeavor
65. the time has come: the occasion is appropriate
66. the time of (one’s) life: a memorable experience
67. time and tide wait for no man: the world makes no allowance for one being late
68. time bomb: something that will inevitably result in a negative consequence
69. time flies: a reference to the fleeting nature of time
70. time is money: time is important because using it wisely or unwisely affects one’s ability to earn money
71. time on (one’s) hands: spare time
72. time out: in sports, a short period when play ceases; by extension, a break from activity (also used as the announcement of a request for a time out, as is time by itself)
73. (stuck in a) time warp: said in reference to observing something that or someone who appears outdated
74. time was: there was a time when
75. time’s a-wastin’: time is running out
76. time to hit the road: time to depart
77. time works wonders: the passage of time resolves problems
78. when the time is ripe: when the time is appropriate
79. withstand the test of time: endure
80. wouldn’t give (one) the time of day to: ignored

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Эта статья создана для тех, кто хочет усовершенствовать свой словарный запас, пополнить его фразовыми глаголами, свободно и понятно выражать свои мысли на английском языке. Фразовые глаголы используются в любых контекстах и при обсуждении любых тем. Тема, которую мы рассмотрим сегодня – «Время» или «Time». Время – это то, чего нам постоянно не хватает, то, о чем мы постоянно разговариваем, сами того не замечая. Почему бы не поговорить о времени на английском, используя фразовые глаголы?

Многие фразовые глаголы используются в сфере бизнеса и на работе.

Clock in – приходить на работу и регистрировать время прихода при помощи специальной карты или в специальном журнале:

Clock off/ clock out – уходить с работы, при этом регистрируя время при помощи карты или в журнале:

Take off – обычно говорят take time off – взять отгул, выделить время для чего-либо, выкроить время:

Bring forward – переносить на более раннюю дату (о встречах, собраниях и других мероприятиях):

Pressed for – этот фразовый глагол можно встретить в выражении «pressed for time» (не иметь достаточно времени для выполнения работы, быть ограниченным во времени):

Fit in – найти время в своем графике, выделить время для чего-либо:

Run out – истекать, (о сроке контракта, документов), становиться недействительным. Если говорят run out of time – это обозначает «исчерпать все время». Когда время заканчивается, используют как раз это выражение с фразовым глаголом:

Hold up – задерживать, останавливать, задерживать:

Drag on – тянуться, длиться дольше, чем нужно (о встречах, собраниях, выступлениях). Этот фразовый глагол также предполагает, что встреча или собрание скучное и нудное:

Press on/ press ahead – продолжать работу или выполнение задания несмотря на обстоятельства, которые задерживают вас:

Hang on – ждать (обычно у телефона):

Leave over – откладывать на потом:

Put off – откладывать что-либо на более поздний срок:

Keep up with – не отставать от кого-либо:

Рассмотрим группу фразовых глаголов, которые обозначают трату времени, бесполезно проведенное время. Все они очень схожи по значению и используются в неформальных контекстах. Примечательно то, что большинство из этих фразовых глаголов имеют предлог about или around, что поможет вам лучше их запомнить.

Hang out – шататься, слоняться, проводить где-либо много времени, особенно без особой цели:

At weekend I hang out with my friends. – На выходных я слоняюсь с друзьями.

Mess around/ mess about – слоняться, околачиваться, проводить время бессмысленно, бесцельно:

Why are you messing around here? – Почему ты здесь околачиваешься?

Knock around – тратить время, путешествовать без особой цели, проводить время с кем-либо, «тусоваться»:

Joe used to knock around with youngsters from our school. – Джо раньше тусовался с ребятами из нашей школы.

Muck about/ around – слоняться без дела:

I didn’t do much work yesterday, just mucked around the office. – Я вчера почти не работал, просто шатался по офису.

Piss about – дурачиться, слоняться без дела, тратить время впустую:

The teenagers always piss about instead of studying. – Подростки всегда шатаются без дела, вместо учебы.

Hack around – бить баклуши, ничего не делать, лентяйничать:

You should stop hacking around and find a decent job! – Ты должен прекратить лентяйничать и найти достойную работу.

Еще одна группа глаголов – те, которые так или иначе описывают течение времени и относятся к прошлому, будущему или настоящему.

While away – проводить время определенным образом, убивать время, коротать время. Это переходный глагол, который сочетается с такими словами, как time, days, hours:

He whiled away his time drinking beer and watching TV. – Он убивал время, попивая пиво и смотря телевизор.

Take back – переносить в прошлое, возвращать к воспоминаниям, вызывать воспоминание:

These photos take me back to my childhood. – Эти фотографии возвращают меня во времена моего детства.

Date back – датироваться, уходить корнями в прошлое:

The sculptures we saw at the museum date back to the 17th century. – Скульптуры, которые мы видели в музее, датируются 17 веком.

Think back – оглядываться в прошлое, вспоминать прошлое:

When I think back to my childhood, I realise I was too disobedient. – Когда я оглядываюсь в прошлое на мое детство, я понимаю, что я был очень непослушный.

Go by/ pass by – проходить (о времени):

The time goes by very fast so enjoy every moment of your life. – Время проходит очень быстро, поэтому наслаждайтесь каждым моментом вашей жизни.

Hurry up – поторопиться, ускориться:

Don’t waste time, hurry up! – Не теряйте время, поторопитесь!

Lie ahead – предстоять в будущем:

We often think about problems that lie ahead. – Мы часто задумываемся о проблемах, которые ждут нас впереди.

Get on for – приближаться (о времени):

It is getting on for bedtime. – Время близится ко сну.

В этой статье мы представили фразовые глаголы по теме «Time», которые используются наиболее часто. Используйте их на практике, но не забывайте, что многие фразовые глаголы имеют разговорный оттенок и не употребляются при формальном общении. Если вы знаете другие глаголы по этой теме – мы будем рады вашим комментариям!

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