# Wordy Wall Mounts The 'Word Clock' is a Unique Time Teller for Language Lovers By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-06-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/word-clock References: [craziestgadgets](http://craziestgadgets.com/2009/06/11/word-clock-tells-time-withwait-for-it-words/) & [gnr8.biz](http://www.gnr8.biz/product_info.php?products_id=1038) Writers of the world are finally getting their own gadgets. The World Clock is designed for those that do not take too kindly to numbers. The downside of this [unique time teller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/houracle) is that you might not get the exact on-the-dot time; instead, the Word Clock says things like “it’s about three” and “it’s ten minutes past five.” **Implications** - Today's consumer is constantly on the lookout for the new and innovative. This has resulted in the release of products that give a [quirky spin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-clock) on the most mundane of everyday tasks, like [telling the time](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arrowatch) or doing dishes. The Word Clock is a great example of an albeit unnecessary, but innovative take on an otherwise easily forgettable task. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Quirky Gadgets:** The release of products that give a quirky spin on everyday tasks. - **Language-centric Designs:** Designs that appeal to language lovers and those who appreciate unique forms of communication. - **Innovative Time-telling:** New and unique ways of displaying and telling time. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for manufacturers to create quirky gadgets that appeal to consumers. - **Design:** Designers can explore language-centric designs and create unique products. - **Home Decor:** Innovative time-telling products can be integrated into home decor, appealing to those looking for unique pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Alternative Time Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dozen-clock.md) - [Calm Reading Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novellamate.md) - [Concentric Timezone Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-wall-clock.md) - [Two-Sided Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corner-clock.md) - [Subtle Lifestyle-Changing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superlocal-clock.md) - [Chic Modern Cuckoo Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-cuckoo-clock1.md) - [Elegant Linear Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-clockworks.md) - [Minimal Global Desk-Side Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-clock-1.md) - [AI Poetry Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-clock.md)