German noun
das Telefon
Plural: die TelefoneEnglish: telephone, phoneA1Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Telefon is das, so you say das Telefon. The plural form is die Telefone. In English, it usually means telephone, phone.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is das, so you say das Telefon. The plural is die Telefone. In English, Telefon usually means telephone, phone.
Learner note
Do not memorize Telefon on its own — learn it as das Telefon. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Telefone.
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FAQ
What is the article for Telefon?
The correct article is das, so the full noun is das Telefon.
What is the plural of Telefon?
The plural form is die Telefone.
What does Telefon mean in English?
Telefon usually means telephone, phone in English.