In this article, we will guide you through the various ways to say “call” or “text” in Spanish, both formally and informally. We will provide you with tips and examples to enhance your understanding. While we focus primarily on general Spanish usage, we may touch upon regional variations as necessary. Let’s dive in!
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Formal Ways to Say “Call” or “Text”
If you want to communicate formally in Spanish, the following phrases will come in handy:
Llamar por teléfono – To call (on the telephone)
For example:
“Voy a llamar por teléfono a mi madre para contarle las noticias.”
(“I am going to call my mother on the telephone to tell her the news.”)
Hacer una llamada – To make a call
For example:
“Necesito hacer una llamada urgente a mi jefe.”
(“I need to make an urgent call to my boss.”)
Enviar un mensaje – To send a message
For example:
“Voy a enviarle un mensaje a mi amigo para felicitarlo.”
(“I am going to send a message to my friend to congratulate him.”)
Informal Ways to Say “Call” or “Text”
Sometimes, we prefer a more casual approach when communicating with friends, family, or acquaintances. Here are some popular informal expressions:
Llamar – To call
For example:
“Voy a llamar a Juan para quedar esta tarde.”
(“I am going to call Juan to meet up this afternoon.”)
Mandar un mensaje – To send a message
For example:
“Le voy a mandar un mensaje a María para invitarla a cenar.”
(“I am going to send María a message to invite her to dinner.”)
Escribir un mensaje – To write a message
For example:
“Siempre le escribo mensajes a mi hermano para mantenernos en contacto.”
(“I always write messages to my brother to stay in touch.”)
Tips for Usage
Now that you have learned some phrases to say “call” or “text” in Spanish, here are a few tips to help you use them effectively:
- Remember to conjugate the verbs based on the subject, such as “yo” (I), “tú” (you), or “él/ella” (he/she).
- If using the verb “mandar” (to send), you can also use “enviar” as a synonym.
- When talking about specific platforms like WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger, you can use the English words but with a Spanish pronunciation, such as “wasap” for WhatsApp.
Examples
Let’s look at some additional examples to further illustrate the usage of these phrases:
Voy a llamar a mi hermana para desearle feliz cumpleaños.
(“I am going to call my sister to wish her a happy birthday.”)
Mañana le escribiré un mensaje a mi amigo para confirmar nuestros planes.
(“Tomorrow I will write a message to my friend to confirm our plans.”)
Estoy mandando un mensaje a mi compañero de trabajo para pedirle su opinión.
(“I am sending a message to my colleague to ask for his opinion.”)
Conclusion
Now that you have learned the formal and informal ways to say “call” or “text” in Spanish, you can confidently communicate with Spanish speakers in various contexts. Remember to consider the level of formality and choose the appropriate phrase accordingly. Practice using these phrases and expand your Spanish vocabulary. ¡Buena suerte! (Good luck!)
