time correctly
[/taɪm kəˈrɛktli/]
verb phrase
cronometrar corretamente; medir o tempo corretamente; acertar o tempo
1. to measure or record the duration of an event or activity with accuracy
The coach used a stopwatch to time correctly the athletes' sprint performance.
O treinador usou um cronômetro para cronometrar corretamente o desempenho do sprint dos atletas.
2. to do something at the right moment or with proper synchronization
You need to time correctly your jump to land on the platform safely.
Você precisa acertar o tempo corretamente do seu salto para pousar na plataforma com segurança.
3. to coordinate the timing of multiple actions or events precisely
The conductor must time correctly all the musical sections for a perfect performance.
O maestro deve acertar o tempo corretamente todas as seções musicais para uma apresentação perfeita.
This phrase is commonly used in sports, music, and performance contexts in both American and Brazilian cultures. In Brazil, 'cronometrar' is particularly prevalent in athletic training, while 'acertar o tempo' is more conversational. Proper timing is valued as a skill indicator in professional and competitive settings across both cultures.
NYC Slang
nail the timing; get the timing right; hit the mark
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