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headset
A device consisting of headphones and a microphone that is worn on the head. It is often used for phone calls, video conferences, or online gaming.
Für die Videokonferenz im Homeoffice benutze ich immer mein Headset.
I always use my headset for video conferences when working from home.
'Headset' is a word that was borrowed directly from English (head + set). Its pronunciation in German is very close to the English original.
Kannst du bitte dein Headset anschließen? Ich höre dich kaum.
Could you please connect your headset? I can hardly hear you.
The word has the article 'das'. Many modern technology terms that come from English are neuter in German, such as 'das Handy' (mobile phone) or 'das Tablet' (tablet).
Mein neues Headset hat eine sehr gute Klangqualität.
My new headset has very good sound quality.
In everyday language, 'Headset' is often combined with the verbs 'benutzen' (to use), 'tragen' (to wear), 'aufsetzen' (to put on), or 'anschließen' (to connect).
Er setzte sein Headset auf, um die Besprechung zu starten.
He put on his headset to start the meeting.
headphones
Both Kopfhörer and Headset are worn on the head or over the ears to hear sounds or speech. A Headset also has a built-in microphone and is therefore especially suitable for conversations. Use „Kopfhörer“ for the listening function and „Headset“ when someone wants to speak at the same time.
Für das Onlinegespräch setzt Lea ihr Headset auf, damit sie hören und sprechen kann.
Lea puts on her headset for the online conversation so she can listen and speak.
Für den Film setzt Lea ihren Kopfhörer auf, damit die anderen im Zug nichts hören.
Lea puts on her headphones for the movie so the other passengers on the train cannot hear anything.
