English Expression · Intermediate
time trial
Any competitive event in which competitors are timed rather than racing against each other
Pronunciation: say time trial
Meaning
A race or competition in which participants compete individually against the clock rather than directly against other competitors.
Example
The cyclist performed well in the individual time trial.
The cyclist performed well in the individual time trial.
Practice tips
- Practice time trial 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.