VocabJLPT N2
telephone call
NounSuru VerbIntransitive VerbCounter

Definitions

  1. 1. telephone call
  2. 2. speaking over the telephone
  3. 3. counter for telephone calls of a set duration
A noun and verb (する) referring to a phone call or the act of talking on the phone. It is commonly used in contexts like phone plans, call duration, or simply saying that someone is on a call.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

We are currently experiencing high call volume and lines may be difficult to reach.

Sentence 2

I'm sorry, I'm currently on another call — please try again later.

Sentence 3

Please note that calls may be recorded for quality improvement purposes.

Sentence 4

I accidentally had it on speaker and everyone could hear the whole call!

Sentence 5

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience — the call quality was unstable.