Synonyms for

Phoning

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

Definition

The definition of 'phoning' is making a telephone call or speaking to someone over the phone.

Synonyms & similar words

ring telephone phone callup call calling dialing ringing telephoning contacting buzzing reaching talking communicating

Example sentences

  1. I will be phoning my grandma later to wish her happy birthday.
  2. He phoned his teacher to ask for help with his homework.
  3. We need to phone the restaurant and make a reservation.
  4. She loves phoning her friends and chatting for hours.
  5. My dad phoned the doctor to schedule an appointment.

Quotes

  • A telephone call is saying 'hello' without the inconvenience of a bath. - Oliver Herford
  • The telephone is a good way to talk to people without having to offer them a drink. - Fran Lebowitz
  • The telephone is a 100-year-old technology. It's time for a change. Charging for phone calls is something you did last century. - Niklas Zennstrom

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