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A sequence of digits used to identify a telephone line or mobile device for communication purposes.
彼の電話番号を教えてください。
Please tell me his phone number.
In Japan, phone numbers are typically written without hyphens or spaces, though they may be grouped for readability.
When dialing a Japanese phone number from abroad, omit the leading '0' from the area code.
Be cautious when sharing phone numbers in Japan, as privacy is highly valued.
電話 (denwa) means 'telephone,' and 番号 (bangō) means 'number.' The phrase combines these to refer to a phone number.
In formal contexts, it's polite to ask for a phone number indirectly, such as 'May I have your contact information?' (お電話番号をお伺いしてもよろしいでしょうか？).