Clock Times

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What is the definition of 'o'clock'?

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The term 'o'clock' is used to indicate the exact hour of the day, typically followed by a number (e.g., four o'clock means 4:00).

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What does 'quarter past' mean in terms of time?

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'Quarter past' means 15 minutes after the hour (e.g., quarter past five means 5:15).

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What does 'quarter to' mean in terms of time?

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'Quarter to' means 15 minutes before the hour (e.g., quarter to six means 5:45).

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What is the meaning of 'half past'?

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'Half past' means 30 minutes after the hour (e.g., half past four means 4:30).

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How do you read the time 2:55 in words?

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You would say 'It's two fifty-five' or 'It's five to three.'

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What is the time if the clock shows 3:00?

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The time is 'three o'clock.'

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If it is 10:10, how would you express this time?

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You would say 'It's ten past ten.'

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What does the term 'AM' signify in time?

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'AM' stands for 'Ante Meridiem,' which means the time from midnight to noon.

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What does the term 'PM' signify in time?

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'PM' stands for 'Post Meridiem,' which means the time from noon to midnight.

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How do you convert 1:45 into words?

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You would say 'It's a quarter to two.'