Korean · Work & Business
전화
jeonhwa
Telephone / Call
Beginnernoun
Definition
A device for talking to people far away, or a phone call.
Example
저녁에 전화해 주세요.
Please call me in the evening.
Etymology
'전화' (jeonhwa) comes from the Sino-Korean word 電話 (diànhuà), which means 'telephone,' signifying the advent of telecommunications in Korea.
How & Where It’s Used
'전화' is predominantly used in formal and informal settings, referring to telephone calls. It appears in both spoken and written communication.