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smartphone
A mobile phone with advanced computing capabilities. Short for スマートフォン.
My smartphone ran out of battery, so I bought a charger at the convenience store.
スマホ is the abbreviated form of スマートフォン (smartphone). The full form is rarely used in casual conversation.
Common expressions
- スマホを使う: to use a smartphone
- スマホで写真を撮る: to take photos with a smartphone
- スマホの充電: smartphone charging
- スマホを買い換える: to replace one's smartphone
Related words
Similar words
- スマホ: smartphone (common)
- ガラケー: flip phone, feature phone
Related Words
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アプリ (app)
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ガラケー (flip phone)
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携帯番号 (mobile phone number)
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携帯端末 (mobile device)