phones
Translation
phones, telephones, mobiles
Examples
Many people have smart phones now.
Many people have smart phones now.
The phones are ringing constantly.
The phones are ringing constantly.
Grammar Patterns
((possessive pronoun)) phones (someone's) phones My phones are all new.
Similar Words
cell phones, mobiles, smartphones
Etymology
From Greek 'phōnē' (sound, voice). Short for 'telephone', which combines 'tele-' (far off) and 'phone' (sound).
Memory Tips
Think of a device that brings you the 'sound' (phōnē) of someone who is far away.