all in good time — used to say that something will happen when the right moment comes, not before
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: used to say that something will happen when the right moment comes, not before
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɔːl ɪn ɡʊd taɪm/
Korean meaning: 때가 되면, 적절한 때에 (서두르지 말고 기다리라는 의미)
Korean pronunciation: **올** 인 굿 **타**임
Example Sentences
- Mom, when can I get a tattoo? All in good time, sweetie.
- The CEO said the company's expansion plans would be revealed all in good time.
- Stop asking about the test results! You'll know all in good time.
all in good time
NOUN//ɔːl ɪn ɡʊd taɪm//
used to say that something will happen when the right moment comes, not before
In the center of the frame, an eager young girl reaches toward the oven door wanting to check on rising bread dough. The wise grandmother gently holds the girl's hand back with a knowing smile and calm gesture. The bread inside the oven is still rising and needs more time to bake properly. The grandmother points to a timer on the counter showing there's still time remaining. The kitchen fills with the warm aroma of baking as both wait together patiently. that something will happen when the right moment comes, not before
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17세기부터 사용된 영어 관용구로, 'good time'은 '적절한 시기'를 의미하며, 모든 일에는 때가 있다는 지혜를 담고 있습니다.
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“Mom, when can I get a tattoo? All in good time, sweetie.”
“The CEO said the company's expansion plans would be revealed all in good time.”
“Stop asking about the test results! You'll know all in good time.”
“When will my pizza arrive? All in good time, sir, all in good time.”
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