its time for or time came for?

TextRanch: The best way to perfect your writing.

Discover why 1,062,726 users count on TextRanch to get their English corrected!

One of our experts will correct your English.

Our experts

100% Human-Powered Editing!

its time for

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that a particular moment or period has arrived for something to happen or be done.

Examples:

  • It's time for dinner.
  • It's time for a change.
  • It's time for us to leave.
  • It's time for a new beginning.
  • It's time for a decision.

Alternatives:

  • It's time to
  • It's time that
  • It's time we

time came for

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express that a specific time or moment has arrived for a particular action or event.

Examples:

  • The time came for us to make a decision.
  • The time came for a change in leadership.
  • The time came for us to leave.
  • The time came for a new approach.
  • The time came for a fresh start.

Alternatives:

  • It was time for
  • The moment arrived for
  • The time was right for
Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'It's time for' is used to indicate that a particular moment or period has arrived for something to happen or be done. 'Time came for' is used to express that a specific time or moment has arrived for a particular action or event.

Last updated: March 15, 2024

Why choose TextRanch?

Lowest prices
Up to 50% lower than other online editing sites.

Fastest Times
Our team of editors is working for you 24/7.

Qualified Editors
Native English experts for UK or US English.

Top Customer Service
We are here to help. Satisfaction guaranteed!