kronometrë

Kronomëtrë is a Albanian word that translates to stopwatch in English. A stopwatch is a handheld timepiece designed to measure the amount of time that elapses between its activation and deactivation. It is distinct from a clock or a watch, which are designed to tell time of day. Stopwatches are typically used for timing races, sports events, scientific experiments, or any activity where precise time measurement is required.

The first stopwatches were developed in the late 18th century, with significant advancements occurring in the 19th century. Early models were often complex mechanical devices. Modern stopwatches are commonly digital, featuring a display that shows elapsed time in hours, minutes, seconds, and fractions of a second. They often include features such as lap timing, split timing, and memory recall. Stopwatches are essential tools in many fields, providing a simple yet crucial way to quantify duration. The term "kronomëtrë" is used in Albanian to refer to this specific type of timing instrument.