How to Say ‘On time’ in Simplified Chinese
按时到
💬 Usage Tip: Conveys assured punctuality.
🇨🇳 In China: Frequently promised in service industries.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
按时
[àn shí]
arrive on time
To reach a location at the scheduled time.
我会按时到你家。
I will arrive at your home on time.
到
[dào]
arrive
To reach a particular place.
他接我时会按时到。
He will arrive on time to pick me up.
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