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Is “ headphones“ the same as “ earphones “?
I’m confused about the two words. I thought they are different. Headphones must be worn over the head while earphones must be plugged in our ears. But according to the definitions about the two words in the dictionary, they mean the same thing. So I’m confused, I’d like to confirm from native speakers. ThThanks a lot
2021년 10월 10일 오전 5:01
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2021년 10월 10일
They are for the same basic job - to listen to something.
I would say the only real difference would be one covers your ears, the other sits within your ears.
2021년 10월 10일
Well they do carry the same definition in the dictionary, however, headphones are worn over the head and earphones are to be plugged in the ear. For example Samsung earphones or IPhone earplugs.
2021년 10월 10일
Perhaps we can use headphones for those worn over our heads. Earphones for ear buds situations. (((:
2021년 10월 10일
Usually, both "headphones" and "earphones" refer to the things worn over the head. "Earphones" is less commonly used and tends to be more popular with older generations. The ones that go into the ear are usually called "earbuds".
2021년 10월 10일
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