Llamarle (en. Call him)

/ʎaˈmaɾle/

Meaning & Definition

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verb

To make someone respond or come through a sound or communication.

I’m going to call him to confirm the appointment.

Voy a llamarle para confirmar la cita.

To name someone or refer to them by a specific name.

I called him Juan because that’s how he introduced himself.

Le llamé Juan porque así se presentó.

To seek contact with someone through the phone.

If you have his number, why don’t you call him?

Si tienes su número, ¿por qué no le llamas?

The verb 'llamar' comes from the Latin 'clamare', which means to shout or invite.

to catch someone's attention

To capture their interest or curiosity.

llamarle la atención

to draw someone's attention to something

To make someone pay attention to something.

llamarle la atención a alguien

to call someone on the phone

To make a phone call to someone.

llamarle a alguien por teléfono

call

Telephone communication.

llamada

caller

Person who calls by phone.

llamador

flare

Sudden act of calling.

llamarada

To chat or contact informally.

I’m going to call him on WhatsApp to see what he’s up to.

Voy a llamarle por WhatsApp para ver qué hace.

To try to convince or persuade someone.

I called him to come over, but I didn't want to be pushy.

Le llamé para que viniera, pero no quise hacerlo pesado.