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Fernsprechverbindung
German → American English
American English
Telephone connection
Verbindung über das Telefonnetz; telefonische Sprechverbindung zwischen zwei Teilnehmern.
Die Fernsprechverbindung war wegen einer Störung unterbrochen.Fernsprechverbindung is a formal, somewhat old-fashioned technical term; in everyday German, people usually say Telefonverbindung or simply Verbindung.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Fernsprechverbindung mean in English?
It means "telephone connection" or "phone connection."
Is Fernsprechverbindung still used in modern German?
It is understood, but it sounds formal and old-fashioned. In everyday German, people usually say Telefonverbindung or Verbindung.
What is the difference between Fernsprechverbindung and Telefonverbindung?
Telefonverbindung is the more common modern word. Fernsprechverbindung is a more technical or old-fashioned term with the same basic meaning.