Meaning
To speak to someone over the phone.
Cultural Background
Germans value punctuality even in phone calls. If you have an appointment to 'telefonieren', be ready at the exact time. Austrians often use 'telefonieren' in the same way, but might be slightly more formal with titles.
The 'mit' rule
Always use 'mit' + Dative when you say who you are talking to.
Meaning
To speak to someone over the phone.
The 'mit' rule
Always use 'mit' + Dative when you say who you are talking to.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct preposition.
Ich telefoniere ____ meiner Mutter.
The verb 'telefonieren' always takes 'mit' when referring to the person.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesIch telefoniere ____ meiner Mutter.
The verb 'telefonieren' always takes 'mit' when referring to the person.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is often used for Skype or Zoom calls too.
Related Phrases
anrufen
similarto call someone
ein Telefonat führen
synonymto conduct a phone call
