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Pronunciation / Transliteration: diànhuà
"我用手机给朋友打电话。"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A device used to communicate with others by transmitting and receiving sound.
"I called my friend on my phone to discuss our plans for the weekend." - 2
A mobile device that allows for voice calls, text messaging, and internet access.
"She always carries her phone with her to stay connected."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'phone' is derived from the Greek word 'phōnē', meaning 'voice' or 'sound'. It was first used in English in the late 19th century, primarily in the context of telecommunication devices that transmit sound over distances.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Phone" is said worldwide
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téléphone
Transliteration: te-le-fon
"J'ai appelé mon ami sur mon téléphone."
Telefon
Transliteration: te-le-fon
"Ich habe meinen Freund auf meinem Telefon angerufen."
telefono
Transliteration: te-le-fo-no
"Ho chiamato il mio amico sul mio telefono."
teléfono
Transliteration: te-le-fo-no
"Llamé a mi amigo en mi teléfono."
telefone
Transliteration: te-le-fon
"Liguei para meu amigo no meu telefone."
फोन
Transliteration: phon
"मैंने अपने दोस्त को फोन किया।"
电话
Transliteration: diànhuà
"我用手机给朋友打电话。"
전화
Transliteration: jeonhwa
"나는 내 친구에게 전화했다."
電話
Transliteration: denwa
"私は友達に電話をかけました。"
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