Telepono (en. Telephone)
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Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A device used to communicate with another person at a distance through sound.
He used the telephone to call his friend.
Gumamit siya ng telepono upang tawagan ang kanyang kaibigan.
Any system that allows voice communication through electric lines.
The telephone is part of telecommunications in the modern era.
Ang telepono ay bahagi ng telekomunikasyon sa modernong panahon.
A device that is essential for personal or professional communication.
In today's time, the telephone is an essential tool in business.
Sa panahon ngayon, ang telepono ay isang mahalagang kagamitan sa negosyo.
Etymology
Originating from the Greek words 'tēle' meaning 'far' and 'phonē' meaning 'sound'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to call on the telephone
to use the telephone to communicate with someone
tumawag sa telepono
to text on the telephone
to write a message using the telephone
mag-text sa telepono
Related Words
cellphone
A portable telephone that uses wireless communication.
cellphone
teleconference
A meeting held through telephone or video communication.
teleconference
Slang Meanings
Heart call
Oh, don't forget to answer my heart call later!
O, 'wag mo kalimutang sagutin ang tawag-pusong ko mamaya!
Tel (short for telephone)
How are you, Telski? It's been a long time since we talked!
Kamusta na, Telski? Ang tagal na nating 'di nag-usap!
Hey, I'm on my phone (used casually)
Hey, I'm on my phone with you. Do you want me to call you?
Uy, chay ako sa'yo. Gusto mo ba tawagan kita?