A1 Proverb ニュートラル

Aeg on raha

Time is money

意味

Time is a valuable resource.

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文化的背景

Estonians value silence and directness. Saying 'Aeg on raha' is a polite way to end a conversation that has become unproductive without being overtly rude. Like their Finnish neighbors, Estonians view punctuality as a form of respect. Wasting someone's time is seen as stealing their 'money' or life energy. In the 'Silicon Valley of Europe' (Tallinn), this phrase is used to justify the 'fail fast' mentality. If a project isn't working, stop it, because time is money. Before the industrial era, Estonians said 'Aeg annab arustust' (Time gives wisdom). The shift to 'Aeg on raha' marks the transition to a capitalist mindset.

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Use it in the office

It's a great way to show you are professional and value efficiency.

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Don't be too aggressive

If you say it too loudly to a waiter, you will seem like a 'tüütus' (a nuisance).

意味

Time is a valuable resource.

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Use it in the office

It's a great way to show you are professional and value efficiency.

⚠️

Don't be too aggressive

If you say it too loudly to a waiter, you will seem like a 'tüütus' (a nuisance).

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Punctuality is key

In Estonia, if you say 'Aeg on raha', you better be on time yourself!

自分をテスト

Fill in the missing word in the proverb.

Aeg on ____.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: raha

The proverb is 'Aeg on raha' (Time is money).

In which situation is it appropriate to say 'Aeg on raha'?

Choose the best context:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: During a business meeting that is running late.

The phrase is used to emphasize efficiency and the value of time in productive settings.

Match the Estonian word to its English meaning.

Match the following:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Aeg - Time, Raha - Money, On - Is, Kiire - Fast

These are the core components of the phrase and its context.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Meil on ainult viis minutit! B: Ma tean, ____.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: aeg on raha

B is agreeing that they need to hurry because time is valuable.

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練習問題バンク

4 問題
Fill in the missing word in the proverb. Fill Blank A1

Aeg on ____.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: raha

The proverb is 'Aeg on raha' (Time is money).

In which situation is it appropriate to say 'Aeg on raha'? Choose A1

Choose the best context:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: During a business meeting that is running late.

The phrase is used to emphasize efficiency and the value of time in productive settings.

Match the Estonian word to its English meaning. 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: Aeg - Time, Raha - Money, On - Is, Kiire - Fast

These are the core components of the phrase and its context.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: Meil on ainult viis minutit! B: Ma tean, ____.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: aeg on raha

B is agreeing that they need to hurry because time is valuable.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

4 問

Yes, it is extremely common, especially in business, news, and advertising.

Yes, if you are discussing why a task needs to be finished quickly, it is perfectly acceptable.

It can be if used to rush someone in a social setting, but in business, it is neutral.

The opposite would be 'Aega on küll' (There's plenty of time).

関連フレーズ

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Aeg ei oota

similar

Time waits for no one.

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Aeg parandab kõik haavad

contrast

Time heals all wounds.

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Aega on laialt

contrast

There is plenty of time.

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Raha ei maga

builds on

Money never sleeps.

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