being late, n.All

Being late is never acceptable — It is better to hurry always than to be late once.

Being late is to be avoided. A kindness cannot be done too soon, for one nevers knows how soon it will be too late.

Being late is tricky. if you're 15 minutes late everyone will be upset at you, but if you're two hours late everyone will be glad that you're okay.

Trains are more punctual in Japan than anywhere, averaging only 18 seconds delay

Being late is inexcusable — It is better to always hurry than to be late once.

Being late is sometimes unavoidable. Some people are always late, like the late King George V.

Being late is bad — better three hours too soon than a minute too late.

Being late is a dishonor for a Japanese. It means he has cheap watch.

In Japan, if a train is five minutes late, the railway company may issue official delay certificates, to provide proof for employers and appointments