O'clock

usgb/əˈklɑːk/
adverb

Used to indicate the time at a specific hour, typically followed by a number.

The meeting starts at five o'clock.
Visual representation of "o'clock" - Used to indicate the time at a specific hour, typically followed by a number.

Often appears as...

  • three o'clock
  • two o'clock

Usage tips

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General

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Visual representation of "o'clock"
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Contextual Timing

In everyday conversation, 'o'clock' is an essential phrase when discussing time.

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We need to meet at six o'clock.
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Formal Events

Use 'o'clock' for formal settings to indicate exact times.

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The ceremony will begin at seven o'clock.
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Practicing with Numbers

Be familiar with the hour numbers to use 'o'clock' correctly in spoken language.

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Can you tell me the time? It's half past three o'clock.
Visual representation of the word "O'clock"

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