Time expressions with examples

Time expressions

Time expressions are words or phrases that refer to a specific time or time period. They help us to be more specific about when something happened, is happening, or will happen. Time expressions can be used to sequence events and make stories, anecdotes and jokes more interesting.

Time Expressions Examples

• I will deliver my report tomorrow.
• The memorandum was posted to your home address yesterday.
• Sula is going on holiday next month.
• We only got back from Scotland the day before yesterday.
• The new production line will eventually replace all existing models.
• Nowadays, a lot of IT professionals work from home.
• Lucas hopes to move to the country in the near future.
• My mother was not very strict with me when I was young.
• I can’t afford to spend any more money this year.
• Gustavo's not here at the moment. Can I take a message?
• A little while ago, I had started to exercise, and I was feeling alright. 
• I’m sorry, but she is busy right now.

Here you can see our list containing some time expressions: