Usage Note
Wanduhr is a clock mounted on the wall, as opposed to a Tischuhr (desk clock) or Standuhr (grandfather clock). Common in kitchens and hallways; decorative versions are Designwanduhren.
Examples
"Die alte Wanduhr im Wohnzimmer schlägt jede volle Stunde."
Natural Translation
The old wall clock in the living room strikes every full hour.
Literal Translation
The old wall-clock in the living-room strikes every full hour.
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