A1 Idiom ニュートラル

Time's up.

Time is finished.

意味

The allotted period of time has ended.

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文化的背景

In schools, this is a very common phrase used by teachers to signal the end of an exam. It is expected and not considered rude. In business meetings, using this phrase can be seen as assertive. It is used to keep meetings on schedule. TV game shows often use a buzzer sound effect followed by the host saying 'Time's up!' to create drama.

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Use the contraction

Always use 'Time's up' instead of 'Time is up' for a more natural flow.

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Watch your tone

Because this phrase is direct, ensure your tone is neutral or friendly to avoid sounding bossy.

意味

The allotted period of time has ended.

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Use the contraction

Always use 'Time's up' instead of 'Time is up' for a more natural flow.

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Watch your tone

Because this phrase is direct, ensure your tone is neutral or friendly to avoid sounding bossy.

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Context matters

In a classroom, it is perfectly polite. In a romantic dinner, it is very rude!

自分をテスト

Choose the correct phrase to end a test.

The teacher said: '_____, please put your pens down.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Time's up

This is the standard idiom for ending a timed task.

Complete the sentence.

I'm sorry, you didn't finish the puzzle. _____!

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Time's up

The most natural idiomatic expression.

Match the situation to the phrase.

Exam ending -> ?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Time's up

Exams are timed events.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 'Can I have more time?' B: 'No, _____.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Time's up

The phrase indicates a refusal based on a deadline.

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4 問題
Choose the correct phrase to end a test. Choose A1

The teacher said: '_____, please put your pens down.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Time's up

This is the standard idiom for ending a timed task.

Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A2

I'm sorry, you didn't finish the puzzle. _____!

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Time's up

The most natural idiomatic expression.

Match the situation to the phrase. Match A1

左の各項目を右のペアと一致させてください:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Time's up

Exams are timed events.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: 'Can I have more time?' B: 'No, _____.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Time's up

The phrase indicates a refusal based on a deadline.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

8 問

Yes, it is grammatically correct but sounds more formal and less common than 'Time's up'.

It depends on the context. It is standard in exams but can be abrupt in social conversations.

'Time's up' means the end. 'Time out' means a temporary break.

No, it is for tasks or events. Do not say 'Your time's up' to a person unless you are threatening them.

Yes, to manage meeting times, but 'Our time is up' is often preferred.

No, it is a fixed phrase.

Yes, it is common in instructions or game rules.

Yes, it is simple and used in basic school settings.

関連フレーズ

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The clock is ticking

similar

Time is running out.

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Time out

contrast

A short break.

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The jig is up

similar

The secret is revealed.

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