En 15 secondes
- Used to ask someone to call you back later.
- Combines Hindi 'dobara' (again) with the English word 'call'.
- Best for friends, colleagues, and casual daily interactions.
Signification
This is a simple way to ask someone to give you a phone call back later or try calling again if the line was bad.
Exemples clés
3 sur 6Bad phone signal
Awaaz nahi aa rahi, dobara call karo.
I can't hear you, call again.
Busy at work
Main meeting mein hoon, dobara call karo.
I am in a meeting, call again.
Texting a friend
Abhi busy hoon, 5 minute baad dobara call karo.
I'm busy now, call again after 5 minutes.
Contexte culturel
Using 'तुम' (informal) is common among friends but can be offensive to elders. Professional culture prefers 'कीजिए' even for simple requests.
Politeness
Always add 'कृपया' to sound polite.
En 15 secondes
- Used to ask someone to call you back later.
- Combines Hindi 'dobara' (again) with the English word 'call'.
- Best for friends, colleagues, and casual daily interactions.
What It Means
Dobara call karo is your go-to phrase for phone follow-ups. It literally translates to "Do a call again." It is simple, direct, and very common in modern India. You are essentially asking the other person to initiate the next conversation. It is a mix of Hindi and English that sounds perfectly natural to any local.
How To Use It
You use it just like you would in English. Place dobara (again) at the start to emphasize the repetition. The word call is borrowed from English, making it super easy for you. The verb karo comes from karna (to do). It is the command form used with friends or peers. If you are talking to a boss, you would change karo to kijiye to stay polite.
When To Use It
Use this when the signal drops in the middle of a juicy story. Use it when you are driving and cannot talk right now. It is perfect for texting when you miss a friend's call. You can also use it at work when a colleague needs to check a file and get back to you. It is the universal "let's try this conversation later" button.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use karo with your grandmother or a high-ranking official. It sounds a bit too bossy for elders. Avoid using it if you are the one who is supposed to be doing the calling. If you say it too many times to a crush, you might seem a bit desperate. Also, do not use it for physical visits; it is strictly for telecommunications!
Cultural Background
India has the cheapest data and call rates in the world. People talk on the phone constantly. Because of this, "Hinglish" (Hindi + English) has become the standard. Using the English word call is actually more common than the pure Hindi word phone. It reflects the fast-paced, tech-savvy nature of modern Indian cities. Everyone from a rickshaw driver to a CEO understands this phrase.
Common Variations
If you want to be extra polite, say phir se call kijiye. If you are in a rush, just text dobara call. You might also hear baad mein call karo, which means "call later." In very casual settings, friends might just say re-call kar. But dobara call karo remains the gold standard for clarity and ease.
Notes d'usage
The phrase is neutral but leans informal because of the 'karo' ending. In India, switching between Hindi and English (Hinglish) is the most natural way to speak.
Politeness
Always add 'कृपया' to sound polite.
Exemples
6Awaaz nahi aa rahi, dobara call karo.
I can't hear you, call again.
A very common reaction to India's occasionally patchy network.
Main meeting mein hoon, dobara call karo.
I am in a meeting, call again.
Short and professional for a quick brush-off.
Abhi busy hoon, 5 minute baad dobara call karo.
I'm busy now, call again after 5 minutes.
Adding a time frame makes it more specific.
Kripya kal dobara call kijiye.
Please call again tomorrow.
Uses 'kijiye' for a respectful, formal tone.
Baat khatam nahi hui, dobara call karo!
The conversation isn't over, call again!
Playful and demanding among close friends.
Ghar pahunch kar dobara call karo.
Call again once you reach home.
Shows care and concern for someone's safety.
Teste-toi
Which is the formal way to say 'Call me again'?
Which is correct?
कीजिए is the formal imperative.
🎉 Score : /1
Aides visuelles
Formality Scale of Calling Again
Used with close friends or siblings.
Dobara call kar.
Standard everyday usage for peers.
Dobara call karo.
Respectful version for elders or bosses.
Dobara call kijiye.
When to say 'Dobara Call Karo'
Driving
I'm in traffic.
Bad Signal
Voice is breaking.
Busy
Eating dinner.
Work
In a meeting.
Banque d exercices
1 exercicesWhich is correct?
कीजिए is the formal imperative.
🎉 Score : /1
Questions fréquentes
1 questionsOnly if you use 'कीजिए'.
Expressions liées
बाद में कॉल करना
similarCall later
फोन उठाओ
builds onPick up the phone