手机

手机 (shǒujī) is the Chinese term for "mobile phone" or "cell phone." It refers to a portable electronic device used for communication, primarily through voice calls and text messages, but also for various other functions such as internet browsing, photography, and accessing applications. The term combines the characters "手" (shǒu), meaning "hand," and "机" (jī), meaning "machine" or "device." Thus, it literally translates to "handheld device." Mobile phones are widely used globally and have evolved significantly since their inception, incorporating advanced technologies like touch screens, smartphones, and various multimedia capabilities.