Synonyms for

Phoned

Verb / fəʊnd / Another word for phoned — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make a telephone call

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Common collocations

  • phoned home
  • phoned in sick
  • phoned ahead
  • phoned the police
  • phoned a friend
  • phoned for help
  • phoned back

Word family

noun phone
verb phone
adjective telephonic

Usage note

The past tense and past participle of 'phone' is 'phoned'. It is a common verb for making a telephone call.

Example sentences

  1. I phoned my grandma to wish her a happy birthday.
  2. She phoned her mom to ask for help with her homework.
  3. He phoned his boss to tell him he would be late to work.
  4. They phoned the restaurant to make a reservation.
  5. We phoned the fire department to report the fire.

Quotes

  • I phoned my dad to tell him I loved him, and he said, 'That's nice, but what do you want?' - Lisa Loeb
  • I haven't phoned my wife in a long time. I think it's time for me to call her up. - Christopher Walken
  • I phoned my grandparents and my grandfather said 'We saw your movie.' 'Which one?' I said. He shouted 'Betty, what was the name of that movie I didn't like?' - Brad Pitt

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