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Telefonie
German → American English
American English
Telephony
Bereich oder System der sprachlichen Kommunikation über das Telefon.
Die moderne Telefonie basiert heute oft auf digitalen Netzen und VoIP.„Telefonie“ is a formal noun for the field or system of telephone communication. It is often used in technical, business, or telecom contexts, not for a single phone call.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „Telefonie“ mean in English?
„Telefonie“ means „telephony“ in English, referring to telephone communication systems or the field of telephone service.
Is „Telefonie“ the same as „Telefon“?
No. „Telefon“ means „telephone“ or „phone“, while „Telefonie“ refers to telephony, the service or technology of phone communication.
How do you use „Telefonie“ in a sentence?
You can say: „Die Telefonie ist in dieser Region gut ausgebaut.“ = „Telephony is well developed in this region.“
Is „Telefonie“ used in everyday German?
It is used, but mostly in technical, business, or telecom contexts. In everyday speech, people usually talk about „Telefon“ or „anrufen“ instead.