معنی
To make a telephone call to a friend.
زمینه فرهنگی
Americans often use 'call' as a synonym for 'text' in very casual contexts, though 'call' technically implies voice. Calling someone late at night is considered very rude unless it is an emergency. Germans value directness; calling a friend is often seen as a more efficient way to communicate than long email chains. The phrase 'give someone a ring' is very common and interchangeable with 'call a friend'.
Keep it simple
Don't overthink the grammar. 'Call' is a simple verb.
Avoid 'to'
Never say 'call to a friend'. It's just 'call a friend'.
معنی
To make a telephone call to a friend.
Keep it simple
Don't overthink the grammar. 'Call' is a simple verb.
Avoid 'to'
Never say 'call to a friend'. It's just 'call a friend'.
Use names
Replace 'a friend' with a name to sound more natural: 'I'll call Sarah'.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
I need to _____ to ask for help.
The correct transitive verb phrase is 'call a friend'.
Choose the most natural sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
'Call' is a transitive verb and does not take 'to' or 'for' in this context.
Match the situation to the correct response.
Match: 'I'm bored' -> ?
Calling a friend is a common way to cure boredom.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'I have some great news!' B: 'Really? You should _____.'
Sharing news is best done with a friend.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاI need to _____ to ask for help.
The correct transitive verb phrase is 'call a friend'.
Which sentence is correct?
'Call' is a transitive verb and does not take 'to' or 'for' in this context.
هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:
Calling a friend is a common way to cure boredom.
A: 'I have some great news!' B: 'Really? You should _____.'
Sharing news is best done with a friend.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالNo, that is incorrect. Use 'call my friend'.
No, it is neutral and casual.
They are synonyms, but 'call' is more common.
No, use 'contact' for business.
Use 'a friend' unless you are talking about a specific friend already mentioned.
It can, but usually implies voice.
Use 'call for help'.
Yes, it is universal.
Use 'called'.
Yes, but it is less common than 'call a friend'.
عبارات مرتبط
Reach out
synonymTo contact someone.
Give a ring
similarTo call someone.
Hit up
similarTo contact someone.
Get in touch
similarTo establish communication.
