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I think other languages call "phones" different things. In German I think it's a "handy". While like most German words its a bit awkward, it does seem closer to

I think other languages call "phones" different things. In German I think it's a "handy". While like most German words its a bit awkward, it does seem closer to the truth.

walshemj 8y ago
But for English speakers it seems childish which also reinforces some of the stereotypes of European attitudes to tech.
- floren 8y ago
  Also "I'm going to run to town and get a handy" has a different meaning in America.