意思
To be able to state the current time from a clock.
文化背景
In the US, 'tell time' is the standard phrase for the skill. It is often taught in first grade. In the UK, 'tell the time' is more common, though 'tell time' is understood.
Focus on the skill
Remember that 'tell time' is about the skill, not the current moment.
意思
To be able to state the current time from a clock.
Focus on the skill
Remember that 'tell time' is about the skill, not the current moment.
自我测试
Choose the correct sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
'I can tell time' describes a skill, which is the correct usage.
Fill in the blank.
My son is learning to ____ time.
The collocation is 'tell time'.
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练习题库
2 练习Which sentence is correct?
'I can tell time' describes a skill, which is the correct usage.
My son is learning to ____ time.
The collocation is 'tell time'.
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常见问题
1 个问题Usually, yes. Digital clocks are easier, so we rarely say 'I learned to tell time' for digital.
相关表达
Read the clock
synonymTo look at a clock and understand it.
What time is it?
contrastAsking for the current time.
