砂時計

Translation

sandglass / sand timer

Meaning

A device consisting of two glass bulbs connected by a narrow neck, containing sand that takes a specific amount of time to flow from the upper to the lower bulb.

Examples

• She kept a small hourglass on her desk to help her focus during timed writing sessions.
  彼女は集中して執筆するために、デスクに小さな砂時計を置いていた。
• The ancient hourglass was a prized antique that still functioned perfectly after centuries.
  その古い砂時計は、何世紀も経った今でも完璧に機能する貴重な骨董品だった。