1. The season or period when crops are harvested, particularly grain or cereals
Reaping time was the busiest season for farmers in the rural areas.
A época de colheita era a estação mais ocupada para os agricultores nas áreas rurais.
2. Figuratively, a time of receiving the results or consequences of one's actions
It was his reaping time when he finally received recognition for his hard work.
Foi sua época de colher os frutos quando finalmente recebeu reconhecimento pelo seu trabalho árduo.