A1 Expression Neutral

What's the time?

Ask for time.

Meaning

Used to ask what time it is currently.

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Cultural Background

Americans often say 'Do you have the time?' British speakers frequently use 'Have you got the time?'

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Politeness

Always add 'please' to sound polite.

Meaning

Used to ask what time it is currently.

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Politeness

Always add 'please' to sound polite.

Test Yourself

Choose the correct way to ask for the time.

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✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: What's the time?

This is the standard idiomatic expression.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Choose the correct way to ask for the time. Choose A1

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✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: What's the time?

This is the standard idiomatic expression.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it's very common.

Related Phrases

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What time is it?

synonym

Same as what's the time

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