The Meaning of Time: A Digital, Complex Variable. Policarpo Yōshin Ulianov poli@ionlyhuman.net IOnlyHuman LTDA - Rua Antônio dos Santos, 37 - Criciúma SC - Basil - 88804-220 Abstract This article explores the intricate concept of time, delving into its digital and complex nature. It presents a comprehensive theoretical analysis, revealing how time's multifaceted characteristics are essential for understanding various cosmic phenomena. The study extends to the implications of these properties in the realms of Cosmic Inflation and String Theory, particularly focusing on the accelerated expansion of space. This work aims to offer a deeper perspective on the complex nature of time, enriching the existing theories in Relativity and Cosmology, and providing a novel framework for viewing time beyond traditional interpretations. Keywords Complex time, Imaginary time, Cosmic Inflation, Sting Theory, Space Accelerated Expansion. 1- Introduction This paper delves into the enigmatic nature of time, a topic that has long captivated the fields of Relativity and Cosmology within physics. We propose a novel theoretical framework wherein time is treated as a complex variable, a significant departure from its traditional perception as a purely real quantity. This concept opens up a myriad of possibilities, offering a more nuanced and potent descriptive tool for cosmological models. Central to our exploration is the parameter   , representing the length of the imaginary time dimension. We argue for its critical role in the cosmic landscape and examine its dynamic nature. While directly measuring   may seem unfeasible, akin to a cartoon character gauging the computer rendering time of its frames, we suggest methods for its indirect estimation. By reimagining time in this innovative way, we aim to unveil new perspectives in the understanding of the universe, potentially revolutionizing established notions in string theory and the fabric of spacetime itself. 2 – Simultaneity x Present Time In everyday life, we categorize time into past, present, and future, a concept deeply ingrained in the structure of our language and perception. We view the present as our current reality, the past as a bygone existence, and the future as a yet-to-be-shaped realm. This intuitive notion, however, starkly contrasts with the principles of modern physics, as highlighted by