Meaning
Today's Sentences
- It’s a great time to leave.
- It’s a great time to invest.
- It’s a great time to get a dog.
- It’s a great time to eat seafood.
- It’s a great time to buy a house.
- Writer's Note
01
It’s a great time to leave.
Situation 1
This party was so much fun.
यह पार्टी बहुत मजेदार थी।
And now that the sun is coming up, it’s a great time to leave.
What a long night.
I had fun too.
Honestly, I can’t wait for the next one!
सच में, मुझे अगली बार का बेसब्री से इंतजार है!
Situation 2
Can I buy you a drink?
Actually, I’m here with someone.
But, thank you.
लेकिन, धन्यवाद।
Come on.
Let me buy you a drink.
चलो, मैं तुम्हें एक पेय खरीदता हूँ।
Since you’re not respecting my space, I think it’s a great time to leave.
02
It’s a great time to invest.
Situation 1
I’ve got some supplemental income coming in over the next few months.
Well, it’s a great time to invest.
What would you invest in, stocks or gold?
If you’re willing to take on a little more risk, then stocks may be a better option. It’s a powerful way to grow your wealth over time.
Situation 2
We’re looking at houses in this area.
Housing prices have fallen a great deal this year.
Meaning that it’s a great time to invest.
इसका मतलब है कि निवेश करने का यह एक अच्छा समय है।
We’re looking at homes with a view of the park and schools nearby.
I can show you a few houses that are on the market.
I feel more joy since I’ve learned to slow down.
मैंने धीमा होना सीखा है, तब से मुझे अधिक खुशी महसूस होती है।
03
It’s a great time to get a dog.
Situation 1
Look at all these treats and accessories!
It’s a great time to get a dog.
Seriously, it seems like dogs are living the life!
They’re treated better than humans.
उन्हें इंसानों से बेहतर व्यवहार मिलता है।
No doubt, I think they deserve it.
Situation 2
Are you looking for a certain breed?
Feel free to get to know our animals.
हमारे जानवरों को जानने के लिए बेझिझक संपर्क करें।
Sure, I just stopped by to take a look at your puppies.
बिल्कुल, मैं बस आपके "puppies" को देखने के लिए यहाँ आया था।
It’s a great time to get a dog.
The weather has just turned into warm spring.
मौसम अभी-अभी गर्म वसंत में बदल गया है।
I think so too.
Look! This little guy is adorable.
देखो! यह छोटा सा लड़का बहुत प्यारा है।
04
It’s a great time to eat seafood.
Situation 1
So what do you feel like having?
We always eat the same food.
Should we try something different?
क्या हमें कुछ अलग आज़माना चाहिए?
Since we usually have meaty dishes, how about seafood?
It’s a great time to eat seafood at this time of year.
Situation 2
It’s a great time to eat seafood.
Is it?
How do you know?
आपको कैसे पता?
Well, back in the day, fishermen used to say that the best time to eat seafood is through September and April.
I didn’t know that.
It must’ve been at a time when refrigeration or canned food wasn’t so readily available.
यह उस समय की बात होगी जब "refrigeration" या "canned food" इतनी आसानी से उपलब्ध नहीं थे।
05
It’s a great time to buy a house.
Situation 1
Look at all the ‘For Sale’ signs around here.
Actually, it’s a great time to buy a house.
We’re definitely at an advantage.
The housing market crash is a profitable investment for home buyers.
Situation 2
What do you want to do this weekend?
I wanna go see some open houses.
It’s a great time to buy a house.
Should we call a few real estate brokers?
क्या हमें कुछ "real estate brokers" को कॉल करना चाहिए?
Do you know any brokers?
I’d love to go see some newly built homes uptown.
मुझे uptown में कुछ नई बनी हुई घरों को देखना बहुत अच्छा लगेगा।
Writer's Note
Our post is about how to use "It's a great time". It pretty much refers to a particularly opportune or excellent moment for something to happen. When you see the word "time" you probably assume that the sentence would refer to a specific point in time. You're absolutely correct!
"It's a great time" is very similar in meaning to "It's a good idea". Essentially, "great time" focuses on the timing being ideal, while "good idea" focuses on the concept itself being positive.
Examples:
- It's a great time to upgrade your software.
It's a good idea to upgrade your software. - It's a great time to invest in gold.
It's a good idea to invest in gold. - It's a great time to start intermittent fasting.
It's a good idea to start intermittent fasting. - It's a great time to renovate the kitchen.
It's a good idea to renovate the kitchen. - It's a great time to visit the salon for a haircut.
It's a good idea to visit the salon for a haircut.
अपने सॉफ़्टवेयर को अपग्रेड करना एक अच्छा विचार है।
सोने में निवेश करना एक अच्छा विचार है।
इंटरमिटेंट फास्टिंग शुरू करने का यह एक अच्छा विचार है।
रसोई को नवीनीकृत करना एक अच्छा विचार है।
सैलून जाकर बाल कटवाने का यह एक अच्छा विचार है।
Do you see the similarities and the slight differences in meaning? Can you replace "It's a good idea to" in the situations given above? Give it a try!
To summarize:
"Good idea": Indicates a positive suggestion or plan with merit.
"Great time": Emphasizes the current moment being perfect for an action.
