Meaning of the word "there is a time and place for everything" in English
What does "there is a time and place for everything" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
there is a time and place for everything
US /ðɛr ɪz ə taɪm ænd pleɪs fɔr ˈɛvriˌθɪŋ/
UK /ðɛər ɪz ə taɪm ənd pleɪs fɔːr ˈɛvriθɪŋ/
Idiom
used to say that something is appropriate in some situations but not in others
Example:
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I know you're excited, but there is a time and place for everything, and a funeral is not it.
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You shouldn't be discussing business at dinner; there is a time and place for everything.