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UK//ə ˈriː.zən.ə.bəl taɪm//US//ə ˈrizənəbl taɪm//

Meaning of A reasonable time

An amount of time that is fair and acceptable.

In simple words: a fair or acceptable amount of time

A reasonable time in a sentence

  • Please finish the report in a reasonable time.
  • We agreed on a reasonable time to meet for dinner.
  • It’s important to allow a reasonable time for feedback.
  • The project was completed in a reasonable time frame.

How to use A reasonable time

Use in both formal and informal contexts when discussing timelines or deadlines. Avoid in very casual speech.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'reason' like a clock that ticks at a fair pace.

Related words

Collocations with A reasonable time

  • reasonable time frame
  • reasonable amount of time
  • reasonable time period

Synonyms for A reasonable time

  • appropriate time
  • suitable time
  • fair time
  • acceptable time

Opposites of A reasonable time

  • unreasonable time
  • excessive time

Common mistakes with A reasonable time

  • Confusing 'reasonable' with 'rational' which has a different meaning.
  • Using 'a reasonable time' in contexts that require urgency.

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Frequently asked questions about A reasonable time

What does A reasonable time mean?

a fair or acceptable amount of time

What is the definition of A reasonable time?

An amount of time that is fair and acceptable.

How do you use A reasonable time in a sentence?

Please finish the report in a reasonable time.

Can you give another example of A reasonable time?

We agreed on a reasonable time to meet for dinner.

What are synonyms for A reasonable time?

Common alternatives include appropriate time, suitable time, fair time, acceptable time.

What is the opposite of A reasonable time?

Opposite meanings include unreasonable time, excessive time.

What words go with A reasonable time?

It commonly pairs with reasonable time frame, reasonable amount of time, reasonable time period.

What are common mistakes when using A reasonable time?

Confusing 'reasonable' with 'rational' which has a different meaning. Using 'a reasonable time' in contexts that require urgency.

How do you pronounce A reasonable time?

US: //ə ˈrizənəbl taɪm//, UK: //ə ˈriː.zən.ə.bəl taɪm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use A reasonable time?

Use in both formal and informal contexts when discussing timelines or deadlines. Avoid in very casual speech.