English Expression · Intermediate
shop time
The time for which a vehicle or machine is out of service for repair
Pronunciation: say shop time
Meaning
The time during which a vehicle or machine is undergoing maintenance or repairs in a workshop.
Example
The bus was out of service for two weeks of shop time due to engine failure.
The bus was out of service for two weeks of shop time due to engine failure.
Practice tips
- Practice shop 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.