sand timer

sænd ˈtaɪmər
sand timer: device measuring time by sand flow between two bulbs
Images
Translation Definition
NEW

Translation of sand timer into German

Noun

1.

timekeeping device

device measuring time by sand flow between two bulbs
  • She flipped the sand timer to start the game..Sie drehte die Sanduhr um, um das Spiel zu starten
2.

measurement

tool for timing in cooking or games
  • Use the sand timer to boil the eggs.Benutze die Sanduhr, um die Eier zu kochen.
3.

decoration

Rare
decorative object with sand flow
Rare
Sanduhr fStundenglas
  • She placed a sand timer on the shelf.Sie stellte eine Sanduhr auf das Regal.
Add a suggestion |

Images of sand timer

  • sand timer: device measuring time by sand flow between two bulbs
    (timekeeping device) Sanduhr
  • sand timer: tool for timing in cooking or games
    (measurement) Sanduhr
  • sand timer: decorative object with sand flow
    (decoration) Sanduhr

Synonyms and analogies of sand timer in English

Examples of sand timer in a sentence

  • Watching the sand timer helped her relax.
  • The sand timer ran out during the board game.
  • She flipped the sand timer to start the countdown.
  • The antique shop displayed a vintage sand timer.
  • He used a sand timer to track his meditation.

Translations of "sand timer" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
dieSanduhrnf.

A sand timer on the table provided a visual cue for mindfulness.

Eine Sanduhr auf dem Tisch bot einen visuellen Anreiz zur Achtsamkeit.

The old sand timer on the desk measured each session perfectly.

Die alte Sanduhr auf dem Schreibtisch maß jede Sitzung perfekt.

As the sand timer ran out, they scrambled to finish the puzzle.

Als die Sanduhr ablief, beeilten sie sich, das Puzzle zu beenden.

The sand timer is perfect for timing short tasks like making tea.

Die Sanduhr ist perfekt, um kurze Aufgaben wie Tee kochen zu timen.

Explore more translations and examples on Reverso Context

sand timer: Examples and translations in context

Once the sand timer is turned over, players have two minutes.

Sobald die Sanduhr umgedreht wurde, bleiben den Spielern zwei Minuten Zeit.

Seeing the sand timer reminds him to cherish every moment.

Das Sehen der Sanduhr erinnert ihn daran, jeden Moment zu schätzen.

A sand timer can be a charming decoration and a functional tool.

Ein Sanduhr kann eine charmante Dekoration und ein funktionales Werkzeug sein.

During the game, they used a sand timer to limit thinking time.

Während des Spiels verwendeten sie eine Sanduhr, um die Denkzeit zu begrenzen.

At the show, they used a sand timer to keep performances on schedule.

Bei der Show benutzten sie eine Sanduhr, um die Auftritte im Zeitplan zu halten.

He relied on the sand timer to manage his video game sessions.

Er verließ sich auf die Sanduhr, um seine Videospiel-Sessions zu steuern.

Browse the dictionary entries starting with “s”:
Why use Reverso English-German Dictionary to learn "sand timer"?
  • Find accurate translations for "sand timer" in German

    Explore various translations of "sand timer" sorted by frequency and relevance to find the perfect match for your context.

  • Browse countless real-life examples

    Understand the exact meaning of "sand timer" and learn how to use it correctly in any context. Examples come from millions of authentic texts: movie dialogues, news articles, official documents, and more.

  • Listen to pronunciation

    Hear how "sand timer" is pronounced by native speakers and improve your oral skills.

  • Discover expressions and idioms with "sand timer" in English

    Dive into our dictionary's treasure trove of phrases and expressions containing "sand timer" to grow your vocabulary including new entries from the Reverso Collaborative Dictionary.

  • Create your vocabulary list with ease

    Click the star icon to save "sand timer" to your favorites.

  • Practice with flashcards

    Memorize your words with interactive flashcards containing audio and examples.

English-German translations you can rely on
Find virtually anything

Over 500,000 entries, 2 million translations and 10 million examples in context

Trusted by 70M users

including students, language teachers, and linguistic experts

Exceptional 4.7 app rating

with 250,000+ reviews on App Store and Play Store