Headset: meaning, definitions and examples

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headset

[ ˈhɛdˌsɛt ]

Noun

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audio equipment

A headset is a pair of headphones combined with a microphone, typically used for communication purposes such as phone calls, gaming, or video conferencing. Headsets can be wired or wireless, and come in various styles such as over-ear, on-ear, or in-ear.

Synonyms

communication headset, earphones with mic, headphones with microphone.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
headset	Duplicate term
headphones with microphone	Over-ear or on-ear devices that include a built-in microphone. Often used for activities needing good sound quality and voice communication, like gaming or video conferencing. She bought new headphones with microphone for her online classes. Gamers prefer headphones with microphone for in-game communication.
earphones with mic	Small, in-ear devices that include a microphone. Best for portable use, like answering calls on the go with a smartphone. While jogging, he used earphones with mic to take a call. Earphones with mic are handy for video calls when traveling.
communication headset	Specifically designed for clear voice communication. Often used in professional or customer service environments where clear voice transmission is crucial. The call center employees are equipped with communication headsets. For clear team coordination, pilots use communication headsets.

Examples of usage

I use a headset for my online meetings.
She bought a new wireless headset for her gaming sessions.

Translations

Translations of the word "headset" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fone de ouvido

🇮🇳 हेडसेट

🇩🇪 Kopfhörer

🇮🇩 headset

🇺🇦 навушники

🇵🇱 słuchawki

🇯🇵 ヘッドセット

🇫🇷 casque

🇪🇸 auriculares

🇹🇷 kulaklık

🇰🇷 헤드셋

🇸🇦 سماعة الرأس

🇨🇿 sluchátka

🇸🇰 slúchadlá

🇨🇳 耳机

🇸🇮 slušalke

🇮🇸 heyrnartól

🇰🇿 құлаққап

🇬🇪 ყურსასმენი

🇦🇿 qulaqlıq

🇲🇽 auriculares

Etymology

The word 'headset' originated in the mid-20th century as a combination of 'head' and 'set', referring to a set of equipment worn on the head. Initially used in aviation for communication purposes, headsets have evolved to become integral in various fields such as telecommunications, gaming, and entertainment.