Italian - English (British) translations for "orologio"
"orologio" Italian translation
Translation
watch
Definition
Orologio is an Italian noun that refers to a device used for measuring time, commonly known as a clock or watch.
Part of speech
noun
Gender
masculine
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: clock
L'orologio segna le otto.
The clock shows eight o'clock.
Meaning: watch
Ho dimenticato l'orologio a casa.
I forgot my watch at home.
Meaning: timer
Ho impostato l'orologio per dieci minuti.
I set the timer for ten minutes.
Meaning: wristwatch
Mio padre ha un orologio da polso molto costoso.
My father has a very expensive wristwatch.
Meaning: chronometer
L'orologio da polso dell'atleta è molto preciso.
The athlete's chronometer is very accurate.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: Ho un orologio al polso.
A1: I have a watch on my wrist.
A1: L'orologio segna le otto.
A1: The clock shows eight o'clock.
A1: Vorrei comprare un orologio nuovo.
A1: I would like to buy a new watch.
B1: Il mio orologio si è rotto ieri.
B1: My watch broke yesterday.
B1: Mia madre mi ha regalato un orologio per il mio compleanno.
B1: My mother gave me a watch for my birthday.
B2: Quando ero giovane, indossavo sempre un orologio da polso.
B2: When I was young, I always wore a wristwatch.
B2: Sto cercando di imparare come riparare gli orologi antichi.
B2: I am trying to learn how to repair antique clocks.
C1: L'orologio a cucù che ho visto in Svizzera era molto affascinante.
C1: The cuckoo clock that I saw in Switzerland was very fascinating.
C1: La precisione dell'orologio atomico è incredibile.
C1: The accuracy of the atomic clock is incredible.
C2: L'orologio a pendolo nella sala del castello è un vero capolavoro.
C2: The pendulum clock in the castle's hall is a true masterpiece.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.The word orologio comes from the Latin word horologium, which means 'instrument for telling the hour'. It is a common term in Italian and is used to refer to any type of device that measures time. This can include wristwatches, wall clocks, grandfather clocks, and even digital devices such as smartphones and computers.
In Italy, watches are often seen as fashion accessories and are worn as much for their style as for their functionality. Many famous luxury watch brands such as Panerai, Bulgari, and Gucci are based in Italy and have gained international recognition for their high-quality craftsmanship and design.
Orologio is also an important part of Italian culture and history. The first mechanical clock was invented in Italy in the 14th century by Giovanni de Dondi, and many of the world's most famous clock towers, such as the one in Venice's St. Mark's Square, are located in Italy. In addition, the country has a long tradition of producing intricate and ornate clocks that are considered works of art.