Reló (en. Clock)

/reˈlo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Definition: A device that tells the time.
Example sentence: The clock chimes at three in the afternoon.
El reloj suena a las tres de la tarde.
Definition: An object used to control time in various activities.
Example sentence: I need a clock to arrive on time for the meeting.
Necesito un reloj para llegar a tiempo a la reunión.
Definition: A device that can be wall-mounted, wrist-based, or digital.
Example sentence: My digital clock has many functions.
Mi reloj digital tiene muchas funciones.

Etymology

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'horologium', meaning 'instrument for measuring time'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Phrase: to be on time
Meaning: To be punctual or on time.
estar a reloj
Phrase: to tell the time
Meaning: To indicate the current time.
dar la hora
Phrase: biological clock
Meaning: The internal mechanism of the body that regulates time-related functions.
reloj biológico

Related Words

Related word: time
Description: Continuous measure in which events occur.
tiempo
Related word: schedule
Description: Distribution of activities over time.
horario
Related word: minute
Description: Unit of time that equals sixty seconds.
minuto

Slang Meanings

Slang meaning: To have the time adjusted.
Example: I’m on point, like a clock, always up to date.
Estoy a full, como un reloj, siempre al día.
Slang meaning: To be punctual.
Example: He is like a Swiss clock, he never arrives late.
Él es como un reloj suizo, nunca llega tarde.