English Expression · Intermediate
time eater
time-consuming activity
Pronunciation: /ˈtaɪm ˌiːtə/
Meaning
An activity that takes up a lot of time, often without much benefit.
Example
Sorting unwanted emails is a real time eater.
Sorting unwanted emails is a real time eater.
Practice tips
- Practice time eater 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.