rappelle-moi
The English phrase 'call me back' is translated into French as rappelle-moi.
This phrase is used to request that someone telephone you again at a later time.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the imperative verb rappelle (call again) and the pronoun moi (me).
Which one should you use?
Rappelle-moi uses the tu form and is appropriate for friends, family or peers. In contrast, rappelez-moi uses the vous form and is appropriate for professional or formal contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
In the negative imperative, the pronoun 'me' moves to the front of the verb: ne me rappelle pas.
Did you know?
- The word rappeler is a 'false friend' to some English speakers because in certain contexts, it can also mean 'to remind' someone of something.
- The word rappel is also used in the theater to describe an encore, where the audience calls the performers back to the stage.
- If you want to be extremely polite in a formal setting, you wouldn't just say rappelez-moi, but rather pourriez-vous me rappeler? This turns a command into a question.
Examples in context
- Rappelle-moi s'il te plaît.Please call me back.This sentence is useful for adding politeness to the request using rappelle-moi.Tatoeba #5804422 by Toynop, translation #5800171 by Hybrid
- Rappelle-moi.Call me back.This sentence is a direct way to ask for a call back using rappelle-moi.Tatoeba #5800414 by Yemana, translation #5800174 by Hybrid
- Rappelle-moi dès que possible.Call me back as soon as possible.
Example conversation
Manon is leaving a quick voice message for Hugo.
- ManonSalut Hugo, je suis occupée maintenant.Hi Hugo, I am busy right now.
- HugoPas de problème, je t'appelle plus tard.No problem, I'll call you later.
- ManonD'accord, rappelle-moi ce soir.Okay, call me back tonight.
- HugoÇa marche, à ce soir !Works for me, see you tonight!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
