うちに帰ること

uchi ni kaeru koto

going home while there's still time

雨が降り出す前にうちに帰ることができた

I was able to go home before it started raining

informal

The act of returning home while there is still time or opportunity to do so, often with the implication of avoiding trouble or taking advantage of a good moment.

うちに帰ることができてよかった

I'm glad I was able to go home while I still had the chance

遅くならないうちにうちに帰ること

Going home before it gets too late

This phrase emphasizes the importance of timing in returning home, often to avoid inconvenience or danger.

Collocations

うちに帰ることができたwas able to go homeうちに帰ることができてI'm glad I was able to go home

Synonyms

帰宅すること家に帰ること

Antonyms

外出すること出かけること

Related Phrases

うちにphrase

while there is still time

帰るverb

to return home

Pro Tip

Timing is key

This phrase emphasizes the importance of returning home before something bad happens or before it becomes too late.

Gold Rule

Context matters

This phrase is often used in situations where returning home early is beneficial or necessary.

Word Origin

Derived from the verb '帰る' (to return) combined with the particle 'に' (indicating direction) and the noun 'こと' (thing/act of). The phrase emphasizes the act of returning home while there is still time.

Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used to express relief or satisfaction at having returned home before something bad happens or before it becomes too late. It can also imply avoiding trouble or taking advantage of a good opportunity to return home.

Word Breakdown

うち

home

noun

に

direction

particle

帰る

to return

verb

こと

act of

noun

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