English Dictionary

high time

noun

(uncountable, idiomatic) A point in time at which something is considered to be utterly due or even overdue to occur; well past time

It's high time we started taking climate change seriously.

意味（1）

(uncountable, idiomatic) A point in time at which something is considered to be utterly due or even overdue to occur; well past time

I will await no longer, said Lindesay; it is high time the business were done.

意味（2）

(countable, idiomatic) A very enjoyable or exciting experience or period of time.

[T]here's going to be a high time in the Blue City tonight. We'll have music and dancing and eating.