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"Clock" in Spanish: reloj
el reloj
A clock is el reloj. It is masculine. Reloj also means watch, so point when you mean a wall reloj.
Living room
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How to pronounce reloj
Say it
reh-LOH
/reˈlox/
reh-LOH. The j sounds like English h.
"Clock" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el reloj | clock / watch Context shows which one. | Context shows which one. |
| el reloj de pared | wall clock Clear when you mean a clock. | Clear when you mean a clock. |
| el reloj despertador | alarm clock Morning wake-up clock. | Morning wake-up clock. |
| dar cuerda al reloj | to wind the clock Older mechanical clocks. | Older mechanical clocks. |
How to use reloj in real life
- 1Living room
El reloj de pared marca las tres.
The wall clock says three o'clock.
Reloj de pared is clearly a clock.
- 2Morning rush
El reloj despertador no sonó.
The alarm clock didn't go off.
Reloj despertador wakes you up.
- 3Asking the time
¿Qué hora marca el reloj?
What time does the clock show?
Ask what the reloj shows.
Mistakes English speakers make with reloj
Incorrect: La reloj está atrasado.
Correct: El reloj está atrasado.
Reloj is masculine. Say el reloj.
Incorrect: Mira el clock.
Correct: Mira el reloj.
Use reloj, not the English word clock.
Good to know
Reloj covers both clock and watch. Say reloj de pared when you need a clear wall clock.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Checking the time at home
ChatPal
¿Funciona ese reloj de pared?
Does that wall clock work?
You
Sí. El reloj marca las cuatro.
Yes. The clock shows four.
ChatPal
Genial. Salimos en media hora.
Great. We leave in half an hour.
You
Perfecto. Ya estoy listo.
Perfect. I'm ready.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Clock" in Spanish
Is reloj masculine or feminine?
Masculine: el reloj, un reloj nuevo.
Does reloj mean watch too?
Yes. Reloj can mean clock or watch.
How do you pronounce the j in reloj?
Like English h: reh-LOH.
How do I say wall clock?
El reloj de pared.
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