English Expression · Intermediate
tell time
To measure time, to determine the current time
Pronunciation: say tell time
Meaning
To measure time, to determine the current time.
Example
Ancient civilizations told time at night by the passage of stars.
Ancient civilizations told time at night by the passage of stars.
Practice tips
- Practice tell 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.