Talking About Time In English - 30 Time Phrases - Everyday English Expressions

The video tutorial introduces 30 time-related idioms used in everyday language, both formal and informal. It explains each idiom with examples, making it easier to understand their meanings and usage. The lesson is sponsored by Lingoda, a language learning platform, which offers intensive language courses with cashback rewards. The video encourages viewers to enhance their language skills by learning these idioms and participating in Lingoda's language Sprint.

What does the idiom 'it's high time' imply?

• It's time to do something that should have been done earlier.

• It's time to celebrate.

• It's time to go to bed.

• It's time to relax.

If someone is working 'against the clock', what are they doing?

• Working only during the night.

• Working as fast as possible to meet a deadline.

• Working without any time constraints.

• Working slowly and carefully.

What does 'the ship has sailed' mean?

• An opportunity has been missed.

• A journey is about to begin.

• A decision is pending.

• A task is completed.

What does 'to call it a day' mean?

• To take a day off.

• To work late into the night.

• To finish work for the day.

• To start a new project.

What does 'like clockwork' imply?

• Something happens unexpectedly.

• Something happens with difficulty.

• Something happens smoothly and predictably.

• Something happens randomly.

What does 'to do time' mean?

• To work overtime.

• To travel extensively.

• To spend time leisurely.

• To be in prison.

What does 'spur of the moment' refer to?

• A well-planned decision.

• A decision made impulsively.

• A decision made after long consideration.

• A decision made by someone else.

What does 'behind the times' mean?

• Being ahead of schedule.

• Being punctual.

• Being outdated.

• Being very modern.

What does 'a mile a minute' describe?

• Something happening very slowly.

• Something happening at a moderate pace.

• Something happening very quickly.

• Something happening unpredictably.

What does 'once in a blue moon' mean?

• Something that happens every day.

• Something that happens every week.

• Something that happens rarely.

• Something that happens frequently.