Synonyms for

Telephoned

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

Definition

to speak to or communicate with someone by telephone

Synonyms & similar words

ring callup telephone call phone called phoned rang dialed contacted buzzed reached

Example sentences

  1. I telephoned my grandma to tell her about my day at school.
  2. She telephoned her boss to ask for a day off.
  3. We telephoned the restaurant to make a reservation.
  4. He telephoned his friend to invite him to the party.
  5. They telephoned the police to report the lost wallet.

Quotes

  • 'The telephone is a good way to talk to people without having to offer them a drink.' - Fran Lebowitz
  • 'A telephone survey says that 51 percent of college students drink until they pass out at least once a month.' - Craig Kilborn
  • 'I am convinced that the telephone is the greatest invention of the age.' - Benjamin Disraeli

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