De koptelefoon
Example: Ik luister naar muziek met mijn koptelefoon.
Definition
"De koptelefoon" refers to a pair of headphones worn over or on the ears to listen to audio privately, often used to enjoy music without disturbing others. It is designed to deliver sound directly to the ears, enhancing the listening experience.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de koptelefoon" comes from "kop" meaning 'head' and "telefoon" meaning 'telephone.' It literally translates to 'head telephone,' reflecting its function as a device worn on the head to listen to audio, similar to a telephone receiver placed on the ear.
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"De koptelefoon" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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