頃合

ころあい
Alternative writings: 頃合い
Frequency:
1

A suitable time; the right moment to do something.

NounNoun Taking 'の'

Examples

頃合を見て会議を切り上げよう。

Let's wrap up the meeting when the timing is right.

雨が止んだ頃合を見て散歩に出た。

We went for a walk when the rain had just stopped.

彼女が戻る頃合に電話しよう。

I'll call when it's a good time for her to be back.

2

Propriety; moderation — an appropriate degree or balance (not too much, not too little).

NounNoun Taking 'の'

Examples

料理は火加減の頃合が難しい。

Cooking is difficult because finding the right level of heat is tricky.

話の頃合を見て、自分の意見を言った方がいい。

It's better to state your opinion after gauging the appropriate moment in the conversation.

値段の頃合を考えて買うべきだ。

You should consider whether the price is reasonable before buying.