English Expression · Intermediate
full time
The full number of hours usually worked in a day or week, in distinction to part-time work
Pronunciation: say full time
Meaning
Working for the standard number of hours considered a full working week, typically 35-40 hours.
Example
He is looking for a full-time position with benefits.
He is looking for a full-time position with benefits.
Practice tips
- Practice full time out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.