Cellphones Meaning in English
word · lemma: cellphone
ˈsɛɫˌfoʊnz
SEL-fohnz
sˈɛlfəʊnz
SEL-fohnz
Definition
Portable electronic devices that people use to make calls, send messages, use apps, and access the internet. Also called mobile phones or smartphones.
Usage & Nuances
'Cellphones' (US English) is less common in UK English, where 'mobiles' or 'mobile phones' are standard. 'Cell phone' and 'mobile' are often used interchangeably. In formal settings, 'mobile phone' is preferred.
Spanish: teléfonos celulares - celulares - móvilesPortuguese (BR): celulares - telefones celularesPortuguese (PT): telemóveis - telemóveis (plural de telemóvel)Chinese (Simplified): 手机Chinese (Traditional): 手機Hindi: मोबाइल फोन - सेल फोनArabic: هواتف محمولة - جوالاتBengali: মোবাইল ফোন - সেলফোনRussian: мобильные телефоны - сотовые телефоныJapanese: 携帯電話 - スマートフォンVietnamese: điện thoại di động - điện thoại thông minhKorean: 휴대폰 - 스마트폰Turkish: cep telefonları - akıllı telefonlarUrdu: موبائل فون - سیل فونIndonesian: ponsel - telepon seluler - ponsel pintar
Example Sentences
Many people use cellphones to stay in touch with family and friends.
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Cellphones are not allowed in the classroom.
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I always keep my cellphone charged.
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Did you see the new features on the latest cellphones?
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My kids can’t imagine life without their cellphones.
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Sorry, I missed your call—my cellphone was on silent.
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