calls, called, calling
to call for
phrasal verbC
Visit a place to collect someone or something
- 1I'll call for you at 7 PM.
- 2She called for the package at the post office.
Go to someone's house or another place to pick them up or get something. For example, you go to your friend's home to take them with you, or you go to a shop to get an order. It means you arrive and collect.
People often use "call for" when arranging to pick up friends before going out together, like before a party or dinner.
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in an outdoor setting
Meeting at the Park
Brian
I'll call for you around 3 PM, so be ready.
Sharon
Great, I'll be waiting by the entrance.
Brian
Perfect, see you then!
Sharon
Looking forward to it!
at the entrance of a recreational area
Afternoon Plans
Robert
Hey William, I'll call for you at 3 PM, okay?
William
Sounds good, I'll be ready by then.
Robert
Great, make sure you have everything packed.
William
Will do, see you later!
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Similar to "to call for":
- 1pick up
- 2collect