Das Telefon
Example: Das Telefon klingelt jeden Morgen um acht Uhr.
Definition
"Das Telefon" is a device used to transmit and receive sound, especially speech, over long distances by converting sound into electrical signals and back. It enables people to communicate instantly even when they are far apart, like when a telephone rings every morning at eight o'clock.
Etymology
The word "das Telefon" comes from the Greek roots 'tele,' meaning 'far,' and 'phone,' meaning 'sound' or 'voice.' It was coined in the 19th century to describe a device that carries voices over long distances. Did you know the invention of the telephone revolutionized how humans connect, making 'das Telefon' an essential household item worldwide?
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"Das Telefon" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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