# smartwatch

CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/smartwatch
Updated: 2026-07-22

## Definition

a small computer that you wear on your wrist like a clock. It can track your health, show phone messages, and run apps.

For teachers: a wearable computing device in the form of a wristwatch, typically featuring a touchscreen interface and sensors for biometric tracking. It usually functions as a peripheral for a smartphone, synchronising data and notifications via a wireless connection.

## Examples

- I use my smartwatch to track my daily steps.
- She checked the notification on her smartwatch during the meeting without having to take her phone out of her pocket.
- Modern smartwatches integrate advanced sensors capable of monitoring heart rate variability and blood oxygen levels, providing users with a comprehensive overview of their physiological health in real time.

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