timers
word · lemma: timer
Definition
Devices or settings that measure or control the amount of time for an activity or process, often used to start or stop something after a set period.
Usage & Nuances
'Timers' is most common for devices in kitchens, electronics, and apps. Phrases: 'set timers', 'multiple timers', 'kitchen timers'. Don't confuse with 'stopwatch' (measures elapsed time).
Spanish: temporizadores - cronómetrosPortuguese (BR): temporizadores - cronômetrosPortuguese (PT): temporizadores - cronómetrosChinese (Simplified): 计时器Chinese (Traditional): 計時器Hindi: टाइमरArabic: المؤقتات
Example Sentences
We have two timers on our oven.
basic
The app lets you set multiple timers at once.
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My phone has timers for cooking and exercise.
basic
I always forget to turn off the stove, so I use two timers just in case.
natural
Kids love to race each other using the game’s built-in timers.
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All the lights in the building are controlled by automatic timers.
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