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Puhelin

Telephone

Beginnernoun

Definition

A device used to talk to people far away.

Example

Soita minulle illalla.

Call me in the evening.

Etymology

'Puhelin' originates from the Finnish verb 'puhella', meaning to talk. It specifically refers to a telephone as a device for communication.

How & Where It’s Used

'Puhelin' is widely used in everyday conversation as well as in written form, appearing in both formal and informal contexts regarding communication technology.

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