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Mobiltelefon

German → American English

American English

mobile phone

tragbares Telefon, das über das Mobilfunknetz funktioniert

Ich habe mein Mobiltelefon immer bei mir.

In everyday German, Handy is much more common than Mobiltelefon. Mobiltelefon sounds more formal or technical.

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Mobiltelefon" mean in English?
It means "mobile phone" or "cell phone" in English.
Is "Mobiltelefon" the same as "Handy"?
Yes, both refer to a mobile phone, but "Handy" is much more common in spoken German.
How do you use "Mobiltelefon" in a sentence?
Example: "Ich habe mein Mobiltelefon zu Hause vergessen." = "I forgot my mobile phone at home."