der Wecker
Translation
alarm clock
Examples
Der Wecker klingelt um sechs Uhr.
The alarm clock rings at six o'clock.
Ich muss den Wecker für morgen stellen.
I have to set the alarm clock for tomorrow.
Grammar Patterns
(as subject) ((the alarm clock)) rings The alarm clock rings.
((sth.)) set ((the alarm clock)) I set the alarm clock for 7 o'clock.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Alarmuhr
Etymology
From the verb 'wecken' (to wake up) plus the '-er' suffix, which denotes an agent or instrument. So, it's literally a 'waker-upper'.
Memory Tips
The 'Wecker' is the thing that 'weckt' you (wakes you up).