How to Pronounce "time is ripe"
expression
ˈtaɪm/ /ˈɪz/, /ɪz/ /ˈɹaɪp
TYME iz RIPE
tˈaɪm/ /ˈɪz/ /ɹˈaɪp
TYME iz RIPE
Definition
This expression means that the right moment has arrived to do something; the situation or conditions are now perfect to take action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtaɪm/ /ˈɪz/, /ɪz/ /ˈɹaɪp
British English
tˈaɪm/ /ˈɪz/ /ɹˈaɪp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TYME iz RIPE
UK
TYME iz RIPE
Listen in Context
The time is ripe to start our new business.
She felt the time is ripe to tell the truth.
We will wait until the time is ripe before making a decision.
If you want change, the time is ripe—don’t hesitate any longer.