el reloj

the clock

Example Sentence

Miro el reloj y empiezo la reunion a tiempo.

I look at the clock and start the meeting on time.

Meaning

El reloj means a clock or a watch, anything you use to keep track of time.

Common Phrases

  • mirar el reloj — to look at the clock/watch
  • un reloj de pared — a wall clock

Example

Miro el reloj y entro a la reunion a tiempo.

I look at the clock and join the meeting on time.

Common Mistake

Missing the accent in related words: reunión is correct; reunion is a common error.