Translations of a few watch-related terms
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Many Swiss watches use some words in French. Here are a few translations, in the context of horology.
| English | French |
|---|---|
| officially certified chronometer | chronomètre officiellement certifié |
| crown | couronne |
| link (bracelet) | maillon |
| limited edition | édition limitée |
| subdial | totaliseur; compteur |
| stitchings | surpiqûres |
| dial | cadran; fond |
| spring bars | anses; pompes |
| jewels | rubis |
| hand | aiguille |
| lug | corne |
| interhorn | entrecorne |
| bezel | lunette |
| manual wind | remontage manuel |
| automatic wind | remontage automatique |
| strap | bracelet cuir |
| bracelet | bracelet métal |
| case | boîtier |
| clasp | fermoir |
| made in Switzerland | manufacturé en Suisse |
| water resistant | étanche |