phone

• Substantiv, das ein Gerät zur Übertragung von Sprache und Daten über eine Entfernung bezeichnet, meist ein Telefon oder Mobiltelefon.

A noun referring to a device used for transmitting voice and data over distances, typically a telephone or mobile phone.

1. Telephone deviceA1formal

   A device used for voice communication over distances, typically connected to a network.

   Telefon

   • She answered the phone on the first ring.
   • I need to charge my phone before leaving.
   • He left his phone on the table.

   Synonymecell phonehandsetmobiletelephone

2. SmartphoneA1informal

   A mobile phone with advanced computing capabilities and internet access.

   Smartphone

   • I use my phone to check emails and social media.
   • She took a photo with her phone.
   • His phone has a great camera.

   Synonymecellcell phonecellular phonehandsetmobilemobile phone

• Verb, das bezeichnet, mit jemandem per Telefon Kontakt aufzunehmen oder zu telefonieren.

A verb used to indicate the act of contacting someone by telephone.

1. Call someoneA1formal

   To contact someone using a telephone.

   Anrufen

   • I will phone you tomorrow morning.
   • She phoned her mother to say she was safe.
   • He phoned the office to report his absence.

   Synonymebuzzcallcontactdialringtelephone

2. Make a telephone callA1formal

   To use a telephone to communicate with someone.

   Anrufen

   • Please phone the doctor for an appointment.
   • They phoned the restaurant to book a table.
   • She phoned the police after the accident.

   Synonymebuzzcallcall updialringring uptelephone