Chinese phrase
我需要时间考虑 wǒ xū yào shí jiān kǎo lǜ
Meaning
I need time to consider it
When to use it
Expresses a need for more time before a reply or decision. It politely asks for time to think before answering.
Example dialogue
这个合同你现在能回复吗？ zhè ge hé tóng nǐ xiàn zài néng huí fù ma
Can you give an answer about this contract now?
我需要时间考虑，请给我1天时间。 wǒ xū yào shí jiān kǎo lǜ qǐng gěi wǒ 1 tiān shí jiān
I need time to consider it. Please give me one day.