English Expression · Intermediate
time will tell
Events and outcomes cannot be known beforehand
Pronunciation: say time will tell
Meaning
Events and outcomes cannot be known beforehand.
Example
This may not be a good idea, but time will tell.
This may not be a good idea, but time will tell.
Practice tips
- Practice time will tell 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.