Translation guide
Describes an action or event that occurs at an opportune or suitable moment. In Japanese, this is often expressed through adjectives, adverbs, or set phrases that emphasize good timing.
To describe an event, remark, or action that happens at just the right moment.
A common, natural phrase meaning 'the timing is good'. Can be used for both planned and coincidental good timing.
彼の冗談はタイミングが良かった。
His joke was well-timed.
That phone call was well-timed.
A loanword from English, used as an exclamation or casual comment. Often said when something happens at a perfect moment.
グッドタイミング！今ちょうど出かけるところだったんだ。
Good timing! I was just about to leave.
Literally 'the pause/interval is good'. Often used for comedic timing or conversational rhythm, but can apply to any well-timed action.
彼は本当に間がいい。
He has really good timing.
A formal, literary expression meaning 'timely' or 'opportune'. Often used in written language or official contexts.
時宜を得た発言だった。
It was a well-timed remark.
To emphasize that an action was deliberately timed to achieve the best result.
Means 'with exquisite timing'. Used when the timing is not just good, but perfect and impressive.
彼は絶妙なタイミングで部屋に入ってきた。
He entered the room with perfect timing.
Means 'choosing the right moment'. Implies careful judgment of the appropriate time to act.
頃合いを見計らって話を切り出した。
He broached the subject at a well-timed moment.
A loanword meaning 'timely'. Often used for news, comments, or actions that are relevant to the current situation.
タイムリーな質問ですね。
That's a well-timed question.
Direct translations like 'よく時を計られた' are unnatural. Use the phrases above instead.