English–German

“phone” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈteːləfoːn/

Example

Am Telefon hat sie viel geredet.

She talked a lot on the phone.

Illustration for Telefon (phone)

How to say “phone” in German

“Phone” in German is Telefon.

A ringing device that links speakers who are in different places.

Full entry for Telefon: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Telefon

Kannst du bitte ans Telefon gehen?

Can you please answer the phone?

Tips for using Telefon

  • For calling a person, German commonly uses anrufen with an accusative object, as in jemanden anrufen.

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