Cool MateMeaning of We're wasting time
To use time poorly or inefficiently.
In simple words: We're using time badly.
We're wasting time in a sentence
- If we keep talking, we're wasting time.
- I think we're wasting time on this discussion.
- Let's stop debating; we're wasting time that could be used to work.
- In negotiations, if no one is decisive, we're wasting time.
How to use We're wasting time
Commonly used to express frustration about inefficiency. Suitable for informal and professional contexts but avoid in very formal situations.
Grammar pattern
standalone expression
Memory hint
Imagine a clock shown with no hands, signifying lost time.
Related words
Collocations with We're wasting time
- wasting time wisely
- wasting time on
- stop wasting time
- currently wasting time
- wasting time during meetings
Synonyms for We're wasting time
- spending time
- losing time
- delaying
- frittering away time
- squandering time
Common mistakes with We're wasting time
- Incorrectly saying 'We are waste time' instead of 'We're wasting time'.
- Using 'waste' without 'wasting' to describe current action.
- Confusing 'waisting time' with 'wasting time'.
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We're wasting time in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بنضيع وقت
بنستخدم الوقت بطريقة غلط.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আমরা সময় নষ্ট করছি
আমরা সময়টা বাজেভাবে ব্যবহার করছি।
- GermanDeutsch
Wir verschwenden Zeit
Wir nutzen die Zeit schlecht.
- SpanishEspañol
Estamos perdiendo el tiempo
Estamos usando el tiempo mal.
- Persianفارسی
داریم وقت تلف میکنیم
داریم وقت را بد استفاده میکنیم.
- FrenchFrançais
On perd notre temps
On utilise mal notre temps.
- Hindiहिन्दी
हमारा समय बर्बाद हो रहा है
हमारा समय बेकार जा रहा है।
- ItalianItaliano
Stiamo perdendo tempo
Stiamo usando male il tempo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Estamos perdendo tempo
Estamos usando o tempo mal.
- RussianРусский
Мы тратим время зря
Мы плохо используем время.
- Urduاردو
وقت ضایع کر رہے ہیں
ہم وقت برباد کر رہے ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
我们在浪费时间
我们正在糟糕地利用时间。
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Frequently asked questions about We're wasting time
What does We're wasting time mean?
We're using time badly.
What is the definition of We're wasting time?
To use time poorly or inefficiently.
How do you use We're wasting time in a sentence?
If we keep talking, we're wasting time.
Can you give another example of We're wasting time?
I think we're wasting time on this discussion.
What are synonyms for We're wasting time?
Common alternatives include spending time, losing time, delaying, frittering away time, squandering time.
What words go with We're wasting time?
It commonly pairs with wasting time wisely, wasting time on, stop wasting time, currently wasting time, wasting time during meetings.
What are common mistakes when using We're wasting time?
Incorrectly saying 'We are waste time' instead of 'We're wasting time'. Using 'waste' without 'wasting' to describe current action. Confusing 'waisting time' with 'wasting time'.
How do you pronounce We're wasting time?
US: //wɪr ˈweɪstɪŋ taɪm//, UK: //wɪə ˈweɪstɪŋ taɪm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use We're wasting time?
Commonly used to express frustration about inefficiency. Suitable for informal and professional contexts but avoid in very formal situations.