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How to say clocks in English
to be
independent
to be
ready
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limitless
to be
empowered
to be
bold
to be
proud
to be
determinado
to be
fearless
to be
passionate
to be
inspired
Dictionary
Definition of clocks in English
The most common way to say "clocks" or "watches" in English is "watches" (wristwatch) or "clocks" (wall or table clock).
English clearly distinguishes between a wristwatch ("watch") and a stationary clock ("clock"), which does not happen in Portuguese.
Knowing the difference is practical for conversations about time, fashion, and decor.
How to use clocks and telling time in English in practice
You can use “watches” or “clocks” in various situations, such as:
I have many watches. I have many wristwatches.
The clocks show 3 PM. The clocks show 3 PM.
This watch is expensive. This watch is expensive.
These examples show the difference between the two types.
When to use (and when not to use) clocks and watches in English
Use “watch” for wristwatches and “clock” for wall, desk, or alarm clocks.
Avoid using “clock” for wristwatches: the correct term is always “watch”.
For smartwatches, use “smartwatch” as the standardized term.
12 types of clocks and watches in English
Watch
Wristwatch.
Watches
Wristwatches, plural.
Clock
Wall or table clock.
Clocks
Wall clocks, plural.
Wall clock
Wall clock.
Alarm clock
Alarm clock.
Smartwatch
Smartwatch.
Pocket watch
Pocket watch.
Digital watch
Digital watch.
Analog watch
Analog watch.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch.
Grandfather clock
Classic grandfather clock.
Watch
Wristwatch.
Watches
Wristwatches, plural.
Clock
Wall or table clock.
Clocks
Wall clocks, plural.
Wall clock
Wall clock.
Alarm clock
Alarm clock.
Smartwatch
Smartwatch.
Pocket watch
Pocket watch.
Digital watch
Digital watch.
Analog watch
Analog watch.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch.
Grandfather clock
Classic grandfather clock.
Watch
Wristwatch.
Watches
Wristwatches, plural.
Clock
Wall or table clock.
Clocks
Wall clocks, plural.
Wall clock
Wall clock.
Alarm clock
Alarm clock.
Smartwatch
Smartwatch.
Pocket watch
Pocket watch.
Digital watch
Digital watch.
Analog watch
Analog watch.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch.
Grandfather clock
Classic grandfather clock.
Watch
Wristwatch.
Watches
Wristwatches, plural.
Clock
Wall or table clock.
Clocks
Wall clocks, plural.
Wall clock
Wall clock.
Alarm clock
Alarm clock.
Smartwatch
Smartwatch.
Pocket watch
Pocket watch.
Digital watch
Digital watch.
Analog watch
Analog watch.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch.
Grandfather clock
Classic grandfather clock.
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How to say clocks in English
to be
independent
to be
ready
to be
limitless
to be
empowered
to be
bold
to be
proud
to be
determinado
to be
fearless
to be
passionate
to be
inspired
Dictionary
Definition of clocks in English
The most common way to say "clocks" or "watches" in English is "watches" (wristwatch) or "clocks" (wall or table clock).
English clearly distinguishes between a wristwatch ("watch") and a stationary clock ("clock"), which does not happen in Portuguese.
Knowing the difference is practical for conversations about time, fashion, and decor.
How to use clocks and telling time in English in practice
You can use “watches” or “clocks” in various situations, such as:
I have many watches. I have many wristwatches.
The clocks show 3 PM. The clocks show 3 PM.
This watch is expensive. This watch is expensive.
These examples show the difference between the two types.
When to use (and when not to use) clocks and watches in English
Use “watch” for wristwatches and “clock” for wall, desk, or alarm clocks.
Avoid using “clock” for wristwatches: the correct term is always “watch”.
For smartwatches, use “smartwatch” as the standardized term.
12 types of clocks and watches in English
Watch
Wristwatch.
Watches
Wristwatches, plural.
Clock
Wall or table clock.
Clocks
Wall clocks, plural.
Wall clock
Wall clock.
Alarm clock
Alarm clock.
Smartwatch
Smartwatch.
Pocket watch
Pocket watch.
Digital watch
Digital watch.
Analog watch
Analog watch.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch.
Grandfather clock
Classic grandfather clock.
Watch
Wristwatch.
Watches
Wristwatches, plural.
Clock
Wall or table clock.
Clocks
Wall clocks, plural.
Wall clock
Wall clock.
Alarm clock
Alarm clock.
Smartwatch
Smartwatch.
Pocket watch
Pocket watch.
Digital watch
Digital watch.
Analog watch
Analog watch.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch.
Grandfather clock
Classic grandfather clock.
Watch
Wristwatch.
Watches
Wristwatches, plural.
Clock
Wall or table clock.
Clocks
Wall clocks, plural.
Wall clock
Wall clock.
Alarm clock
Alarm clock.
Smartwatch
Smartwatch.
Pocket watch
Pocket watch.
Digital watch
Digital watch.
Analog watch
Analog watch.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch.
Grandfather clock
Classic grandfather clock.
Watch
Wristwatch.
Watches
Wristwatches, plural.
Clock
Wall or table clock.
Clocks
Wall clocks, plural.
Wall clock
Wall clock.
Alarm clock
Alarm clock.
Smartwatch
Smartwatch.
Pocket watch
Pocket watch.
Digital watch
Digital watch.
Analog watch
Analog watch.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch.
Grandfather clock
Classic grandfather clock.
to speak English
Open your world to new opportunities
Learn English with AI
How to say clocks in English
to be
independent
to be
ready
to be
limitless
to be
empowered
to be
bold
to be
proud
to be
determinado
to be
fearless
to be
passionate
to be
inspired
Dictionary
Definition of clocks in English
The most common way to say "clocks" or "watches" in English is "watches" (wristwatch) or "clocks" (wall or table clock).
English clearly distinguishes between a wristwatch ("watch") and a stationary clock ("clock"), which does not happen in Portuguese.
Knowing the difference is practical for conversations about time, fashion, and decor.
How to use clocks and telling time in English in practice
You can use “watches” or “clocks” in various situations, such as:
I have many watches. I have many wristwatches.
The clocks show 3 PM. The clocks show 3 PM.
This watch is expensive. This watch is expensive.
These examples show the difference between the two types.
When to use (and when not to use) clocks and watches in English
Use “watch” for wristwatches and “clock” for wall, desk, or alarm clocks.
Avoid using “clock” for wristwatches: the correct term is always “watch”.
For smartwatches, use “smartwatch” as the standardized term.
12 types of clocks and watches in English
Watch
Wristwatch.
Watches
Wristwatches, plural.
Clock
Wall or table clock.
Clocks
Wall clocks, plural.
Wall clock
Wall clock.
Alarm clock
Alarm clock.
Smartwatch
Smartwatch.
Pocket watch
Pocket watch.
Digital watch
Digital watch.
Analog watch
Analog watch.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch.
Grandfather clock
Classic grandfather clock.
Watch
Wristwatch.
Watches
Wristwatches, plural.
Clock
Wall or table clock.
Clocks
Wall clocks, plural.
Wall clock
Wall clock.
Alarm clock
Alarm clock.
Smartwatch
Smartwatch.
Pocket watch
Pocket watch.
Digital watch
Digital watch.
Analog watch
Analog watch.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch.
Grandfather clock
Classic grandfather clock.
Watch
Wristwatch.
Watches
Wristwatches, plural.
Clock
Wall or table clock.
Clocks
Wall clocks, plural.
Wall clock
Wall clock.
Alarm clock
Alarm clock.
Smartwatch
Smartwatch.
Pocket watch
Pocket watch.
Digital watch
Digital watch.
Analog watch
Analog watch.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch.
Grandfather clock
Classic grandfather clock.
Watch
Wristwatch.
Watches
Wristwatches, plural.
Clock
Wall or table clock.
Clocks
Wall clocks, plural.
Wall clock
Wall clock.
Alarm clock
Alarm clock.
Smartwatch
Smartwatch.
Pocket watch
Pocket watch.
Digital watch
Digital watch.
Analog watch
Analog watch.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch.
Grandfather clock
Classic grandfather clock.
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