Celular (en. Cellular)

/θeˈlu.laɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Mobile phone that allows communication through telephone networks.
I always carry my cellphone with me.
Siempre llevo mi celular conmigo.
Telephone system that uses a network of cells.
Cellphone service has improved in this area.
El servicio celular ha mejorado en esta zona.

Etymology

From the Latin 'cellularis', meaning 'pertaining to a cell'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

answer the cellphone
Answering a call on the mobile phone.
contestar el celular
unlocked cellphone
Mobile phone that is not restricted to a specific carrier.
celular desbloqueado
charge the cellphone
Connecting the mobile phone to a power source to recharge the battery.
cargar el celular

Related Words

mobile
Portable device for communication.
móvil
smartphone
Smart phone with advanced capabilities.
smartphone

Slang Meanings

cell
Let me have your cell to send you a message.
Déjame tu celu para mandarte un mensaje.
little cellphone
I bought a new little cellphone that is very affordable.
Me compré un celularito nuevo que es muy económico.