一、经典成语与习语
Time flies like an arrow 最经典的表达,强调时间流逝之快如离弦之箭。
Time flies in the blink of an eye
形象描述时间在眨眼间流逝,常与"one moment you're here, the next you're gone"搭配使用。
The time flies
简洁有力,常用于口语中表达对时间流逝的感慨。
Time is fleeting
强调时间短暂且不可逆,常与"seize the moment"等励志表达结合使用。
二、短语与短句
A stitch in time saves nine
虽然原义是及时行动的重要性,但也可引申为时间宝贵,应尽早利用。
The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.
通过对比强调把握当下的重要性。
We must make the most of our time
常与"because time is flying"搭配,突出争分夺秒的紧迫感。
三、文学化表达
The years pass like a river
将时间比作河流,暗示其不可阻挡的流逝。
The clock ticks on, relentless and unyielding
通过拟人化手法表现时间的持续流逝。
In the tapestry of life, time is the thread that weaves our memories
文学化隐喻,强调时间与记忆的关联。
四、使用建议
口语化表达: 优先使用"Time flies"或"Time passes in the blink of an eye"。 书面表达
搭配拓展:可结合"seize the day"(抓住今天)或"against the clock"(争分夺秒)使用,如:
> Time flies, we must act against the clock to achieve our goals.
> The fleeting nature of time reminds us to cherish every moment.
通过以上表达,可灵活应对不同场景下对时间流逝的描述需求。