die Atomuhr
Translation
atomic clock
Examples
Die Atomuhr ist extrem präzise.
The atomic clock is extremely precise.
GPS-Satelliten verwenden Atomuhren zur Zeitmessung.
GPS satellites use atomic clocks for time measurement.
Grammar Patterns
die Atomuhr (as subject/object) Used as the subject or object of a sentence. Die Atomuhr geht sehr genau.
Similar Words
Quarzuhr (quartz clock), Funkuhr (radio clock)
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Atom' (atom) and 'Uhr' (clock).
Memory Tips
Think of a clock ('Uhr') that is so precise it measures time using atoms ('Atom').