時節
Meanings
Refers to a particular season or period of the year, often with a natural or cultural connotation.
Many tourists visit during the autumn foliage season.
the times; the era; the present time
Used to talk about the current period in history or society, often with a sense of the prevailing mood or circumstances.
Given the times we're in, please take good care of yourself.
opportunity; occasion; right time
Refers to a favorable or appropriate moment to do something; often used in set phrases like 時節を待つ (wait for the right time).
Let's wait for the right opportunity before taking action.
Usage patterns
- 時節を待つto wait for the right opportunity or time
Right now there's nothing to do but wait for the right time.
- 時節の挨拶a seasonal greeting (as an opening remark in letters)
I wrote a seasonal greeting at the start of the letter.
- この時節にgiven the current times/circumstances
It's difficult to travel given the current circumstances.
Expressions
- 時節到来the time has come; the time is ripe