English–Japanese

“timely” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajitaimurī

Example

これはタイムリーな話題です。ko re wa ta i mu rī na wa dai de su

This is a timely topic.

Illustration for タイムリー (timely)

How to say “timely” in Japanese

“Timely” in Japanese is タイムリー (taimurī).

Describes something that happens at a suitable moment, especially when it is useful or relevant.

Full entry for タイムリー: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with タイムリー

今この話題を取り上げるのはタイムリーです。ima ko no wa dai o to ri a ge ru no wa ta i mu rī de su

It is timely to bring up this topic now.

Tips for using タイムリー

  • In English, timely usually means well timed or useful at the right moment, while on time mainly means not late.

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