expression, godan verb (-tsu)
wait for the right time; bide one's time
Used when waiting for a favorable opportunity or the right moment to act. Often implies patience and strategic timing.
彼は時を待ってから行動を起こした。
He waited for the right time before taking action.
時を待つことも戦略の一つだ。
Waiting for the right moment is also a strategy.