Meaning
To get a phone call.
Cultural Background
French people value privacy; receiving a call during a meal is often considered rude. In Quebec, you might hear 'avoir un appel' more frequently in casual settings. In professional settings, 'recevoir un appel' is preferred over 'avoir un coup de fil'.
Gender check
Always remember 'un appel' is masculine.
Don't confuse
Never use 'recevoir' when you are the one dialing.
Meaning
To get a phone call.
Gender check
Always remember 'un appel' is masculine.
Don't confuse
Never use 'recevoir' when you are the one dialing.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
J'ai ______ un appel de ma mère.
Recevoir is the verb for receiving a call.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesJ'ai ______ un appel de ma mère.
Recevoir is the verb for receiving a call.
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Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, 'avoir un appel' is common in casual speech.
It is neutral and appropriate for all contexts.
Related Phrases
Passer un appel
contrastTo make a call
Décrocher
builds onTo pick up
Raccrocher
builds onTo hang up
