Translation guide
How to express 'good time' in Japanese, covering enjoyment, suitable timing, and speed.
The most direct and natural way to say 'a good time' as an enjoyable period. Used for parties, outings, etc.
I had a really good time yesterday.
The simplest way to say you had a good time. Just the past tense of 'fun'. Very common in casual conversation.
The party was a good time, wasn't it?
Verb meaning 'to enjoy oneself'. Often used in the phrase '楽しんでね' (have a good time).
Have a good time on your trip.
Literal translation, but less natural for 'fun time'. Can be used in specific contexts like 'quality time'.
Not a common way to say 'had a good time'. Use 楽しい時間 instead.
I spent quality time with my family.
Referring to an appropriate or opportune moment to do something.
Commonly used for 'good timing' in the sense of a convenient moment. Works in both casual and formal settings.
Now is a good time to talk.
Means 'suitable time' or 'right moment'. Slightly more formal or literary than タイミング.
Pattern for 'a good time to do something' when referring to seasons or longer periods.
It's a good time for cherry blossom viewing.
Literally 'tide time', meaning the best moment to act, often with a nuance of seizing an opportunity or quitting while ahead.
Completing something quickly or in a short amount of time.
The phrase '良い時間を過ごす' is grammatically correct but sounds stiff. Use '楽しい時間を過ごす' or simply '楽しむ' instead.
そろそろ出かけるのに頃合いだ。
It's about a good time to head out.
引き際の潮時だ。
It's a good time to bow out.
That's a good time, isn't it?