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Fernsprechwesen
German → American English
American English
Telephone system
Gesamtheit der technischen und organisatorischen Einrichtungen des Telefonverkehrs.
Das Fernsprechwesen wurde in den letzten Jahrzehnten stark modernisiert.Fernsprechwesen is a formal, somewhat technical and older term; in modern usage, Telekommunikation or Telefonnetz is often more natural depending on context.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Fernsprechwesen mean in English?
It means telephone system or telephony, usually in a technical or formal sense.
Is Fernsprechwesen still used in modern German?
It is understandable, but it sounds formal and somewhat outdated. Modern German often prefers Telekommunikation or Telefonnetz.
What is the difference between Fernsprechwesen and Telefonnetz?
Fernsprechwesen refers more broadly to the whole telephone/telephony system, while Telefonnetz refers specifically to the network.