die Gegensprechanlage
Translation
intercom, door phone
Examples
Melden Sie sich an der Gegensprechanlage.
Announce yourself at the intercom.
Die Gegensprechanlage funktioniert nicht.
The intercom isn't working.
Grammar Patterns
to speak via sth. We spoke via the intercom.
Similar Words
Synonyms: das Intercom, das Haustelefon
Etymology
Composed of 'gegen' (reciprocally) + 'sprechen' (to speak) + 'Anlage' (system). A system for speaking back and forth.
Memory Tips
It's an 'Anlage' (system) that lets you 'sprechen' (speak) 'gegen' (back and forth) with someone at the door.