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Words: Call me!

Words: Call me!

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Rachel Boyce
Jul 01, 2025
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Have you ever needed to tell someone to get in touch with you, but wanted to use a phrase that's a little different from just "Call me!"?

How do you invite someone to connect over the phone using various fun or common expressions?

It's like having a whole phone book of ways to ask for a chat, isn't it?

Think of it this way: You're opening the door for a spoken conversation, whether it's for news, a quick question, or just to catch up.

These phrases offer different flavours for the same basic request, making your English sound more natural and varied.

Other words and expressions that fit this theme:

  • Ring me!: A very common phrase, especially in British English, simply meaning "call me."

  • Telephone me!: A more formal way of saying "call me."

  • Drop me a line!: While it can mean to send a quick message (like an email or text), it’s traditionally used for a brief phone call or letter.

  • Buzz me!: Implies a quick, informal call, often used when someone needs to get your attention.

  • Give me a bell!: An informal, friendly way to ask someone to call, particularly common in British English.

  • Get me on the horn!: A more informal, perhaps slightly older, American English expression for "call me," often implying urgency or importance.

  • Touch base (by phone): To make contact with someone, usually briefly, to update or check on a situation.

  • Give me a shout (on the phone): An informal way to ask someone to call you, similar to 'buzz me.'

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