klok
clock, bell
Beginner Noun common
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Pronunciation
klɔk
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Cultural Note
The Dutch invented the pendulum clock — Christiaan Huygens built the first one in 1656. 'De klok verzetten' (to change the clock) for daylight saving time is an annual discussion topic. The phrase 'weten hoe de klok luidt' means to know what's going on.
📝 Example Sentences
Hoe laat is het op de klok?
What time does the clock say?
De klok slaat twaalf uur.
The clock strikes twelve.
Vergeet niet de klok te verzetten.
Don't forget to change the clock.