Signification
For a clock to indicate the time by striking.
Contexte culturel
In many Spanish towns, the 'Plaza Mayor' clock is the reference point for the whole town. Church bells are very common in colonial city centers and are often referred to as 'dando la hora'.
Context is key
Only use this for mechanical devices. If it's digital, it doesn't 'give' the hour!
Signification
For a clock to indicate the time by striking.
Context is key
Only use this for mechanical devices. If it's digital, it doesn't 'give' the hour!
Teste-toi
Which verb is correct for a clock?
El reloj ______ la hora.
Clocks 'give' the hour (dar la hora).
🎉 Score : /1
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
1 exercicesEl reloj ______ la hora.
Clocks 'give' the hour (dar la hora).
🎉 Score : /1
Questions fréquentes
1 questionsNo, phones don't 'give' the hour in this sense.
Expressions liées
Decir la hora
contrastTo tell the time
Sonar la hora
synonymThe hour sounds
