English Expression · Intermediate
clock in
To be measured at
Pronunciation: say clock in
Meaning
To record the time of one's arrival at work.
Example
We clocked in at 7:30, but didn't actually do any work until at least 8.
We clocked in at 7:30, but didn't actually do any work until at least 8.
Practice tips
- Practice clock in out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.