German Word · Intermediate
Stundenglas
hourglass
Pronunciation: /ˈʃtʊndn̩ˌɡlaːs/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "hourglass".
Example
[Macbeth.] Komme, was kommen mag—Die Zeit rennt mit ihrem Stundenglas durch den raschesten Tag.
Come what come may, / Time and the hour runs through the roughest day.
Practice tips
- Practice Stundenglas out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.