Cool MateMeaning of Timing
In simple words: The choice or control of when something happens.
Timing in a sentence
- The timing of the decision was a complete surprise.
- Please check your flight timings carefully.
- He knew the timing was right for a comeback.
- The timing of the meeting is not convenient.
- There is disagreement within the government over the exact timing of the referendum.
- Using press releases to good effect is a matter of timing.
- the unfortunate timing of the announcement
- an actor with a great sense of **comic timing**
- Your timing is perfect. I was just about to call you.
- She played the piano confidently but her timing was not good.
How to use Timing
Use 'timing' when discussing when an event occurs or needs to happen. It's appropriate in both casual and professional settings, but avoid it in overly informal contexts.
Grammar pattern
timing + object
Memory hint
Think of a clock's hands moving — they show timing.
Related words
Collocations with Timing
- exact
- precise
- convenient
- have
- with… timing
- get the timing right
- get the timing wrong
- a matter of timing
- exact
- precise
- convenient
- have
- with… timing
- get the timing right
- get the timing wrong
- a matter of timing
Synonyms for Timing
- scheduling
- coordination
- synchronicity
- timeliness
- punctuality
Opposites of Timing
- delay
- lateness
Common mistakes with Timing
- Confused with 'time' as a noun or verb.
- Using 'timing' as a countable noun incorrectly.
- Mixing up 'timing' with unrelated concepts like 'duration'.
Timing appears in
Timing in other languages
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not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Timing
What does Timing mean?
The choice or control of when something happens.
What is the definition of Timing?
the act of choosing when something happens; a particular point or period of time when something happens or is planned
How do you use Timing in a sentence?
The timing of the decision was a complete surprise.
Can you give another example of Timing?
Please check your flight timings carefully.
What are synonyms for Timing?
Common alternatives include scheduling, coordination, synchronicity, timeliness, punctuality.
What is the opposite of Timing?
Opposite meanings include delay, lateness.
What words go with Timing?
It commonly pairs with exact, precise, convenient, have, with… timing, get the timing right, get the timing wrong, a matter of timing, exact, precise, convenient, have, with… timing, get the timing right, get the timing wrong, a matter of timing.
What are common mistakes when using Timing?
Confused with 'time' as a noun or verb. Using 'timing' as a countable noun incorrectly. Mixing up 'timing' with unrelated concepts like 'duration'.
How do you pronounce Timing?
US: /["/ˈtaɪmɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtaɪmɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Timing?
Use 'timing' when discussing when an event occurs or needs to happen. It's appropriate in both casual and professional settings, but avoid it in overly informal contexts.
What CEFR level is Timing?
"Timing" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.