telefonkönyv

Telefonkönyv is a Hungarian word that translates to "telephone directory" or "phone book" in English. Historically, it was a physical book listing the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals and businesses within a specific geographic area. These directories were essential for making phone calls before the widespread adoption of digital contact lists and the internet.

The information contained in a telefonkönyv was typically organized alphabetically by surname for residential listings and by business name for commercial entries. They served as a primary tool for finding contact information and were published by telecommunications companies. Different types of directories existed, including white pages for residential listings and yellow pages for businesses, often categorized by industry.

With the advent of digital technologies, the role of the physical telefonkönyv has significantly diminished. Online search engines, smartphone contact apps, and digital business directories have largely replaced these printed volumes. While some regions may still produce limited print versions, their prevalence and use have drastically declined. The term "telefonkönyv" now often refers to these digital equivalents or is used in a more general sense to describe a list of contacts.