Chinese
tōnghuà
Meaning: to talk on the phone; to converse; communication
Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

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Handwriting

通話
通
話
通话
通
话

Example sentences

I am currently talking on the phone with my mother.
這款手機是多功能的,不僅可以通話,還可以拍照和上網。
这款手机是多功能的,不仅可以通话,还可以拍照和上网。
This phone is multi-functional; not only can it make calls, but it can also take photos and access the internet.

Usage Notes

Refers to the act of communicating via telecommunication devices or using a mutually understood language.

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