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No. 11,885 in German

timer

A "Timer" in German refers to a device or mechanism used for measuring or signaling a specific amount of time.

In a sentence

  • Ich habe den Timer auf zehn Minuten eingestellt.

    I set the timer for ten minutes.

    Here, 'Timer' is used to refer to a device or application feature that measures and counts down a specific duration of time.

  • Der Timer auf meinem Handy erinnert mich an meine Aufgaben.

    The timer on my phone reminds me of my tasks.

    In this sentence, 'Timer' indicates a digital or phone timer functionality that serves as a reminder or alarm.

  • Für das perfekte Kochen eines Eis benutze ich einen Timer.

    For cooking an egg perfectly, I use a timer.

    Here, 'Timer' signifies a tool or device used to ensure precise timing for cooking activities.

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