calls, called, calling
to call up
phrasal verbC
To telephone someone
- 1I will call up my friend later.
- 2She decided to call up her mom.
To call up means to use a phone to talk to someone. It's like making a phone call to someone. You dial their number and speak to them over the phone. It's a way to communicate with someone who is not with you in person.
When calling up someone, remember to introduce yourself if they don't recognize your voice. It helps to start the conversation smoothly and avoid any confusion.
at the train station
Missed Connection
Steven
I can't find Mark anywhere around here.
Sarah
Maybe you should call him up to see where he is.
Steven
Good idea, I'll do that right now.
Sarah
Let me know if he picks up.
at the post office
Unexpected News
Frank
Betty, I just got a letter from the city council.
Betty
Really? What does it say?
Frank
They want me to call up their office to confirm some details.
Betty
You should do that soon, just to be sure everything is in order.
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Similar to "to call up":
- 1ring
- 2phone
- 3dial