English Expression · Intermediate
waste time
To allow time to elapse in an unproductive manner
Pronunciation: say waste time
Meaning
To allow time to elapse in an unproductive manner.
Example
I'm gonna stop wastin' my time / Somebody else would have broken both of her arms
I'm gonna stop wastin' my time / Somebody else would have broken both of her arms
Practice tips
- Practice waste 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.