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Funk

German → American English

American English

radio

drahtlose Übertragung oder Rundfunk; oft auch Funkverkehr oder Radiosignal

Der Funk ist in diesem Gebiet schlecht.

Use „Funk“ mostly for wireless communication or radio broadcasting. In everyday speech, „Radio“ is more common for the device and the medium, while „Funk“ often appears in compounds like „Funkgerät“ or „Funkspruch“.

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Frequently asked questions

What does „Funk“ mean in English?
It can mean „radio“ or „wireless communication“, depending on context.
Is „Funk“ the same as „Radio“?
Not exactly. „Radio“ is the more common word for the medium or device, while „Funk“ is often used for wireless transmission or broadcasting.
How do I use „Funk“ in a sentence?
Example: „Der Funk ist heute sehr klar.“ This means „The radio reception is very clear today.“