English Expression · Intermediate
time curve
A plotted curve containing a coordinate that represents time, or periods of time
Pronunciation: say time curve
Meaning
A graph or plot showing how a variable changes over time.
Example
The engineer analyzed the time curve to determine the efficiency of the production process over the last month.
The engineer analyzed the time curve to determine the efficiency of the production process over the last month.
Practice tips
- Practice time curve 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.