Give a shout Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈɡɪv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈʃaʊt

GIV-uh SHOWT

UK

ɡˈɪv/ /æɪ/ /ʃˈaʊt

giv-uh SHOWT

Definition

To contact someone or let them know, usually in an informal way, often by calling, texting, or messaging.

Usage & Nuances

This phrase is very informal, typical in spoken English. Often used with 'if you need anything' or 'when you're free'. Not used in formal writing. Synonymous with 'let me know' or 'hit me up'. Common in American, British, and Australian English.

• Spanish: avisar - dar un toque - avisar (informal)
• Portuguese (BR): dar um alô - avisar
• Portuguese (PT): dar um toque - avisar
• Chinese (Simplified): 联系我 - 打声招呼
• Chinese (Traditional): 聯繫我 - 打聲招呼
• Hindi: सूचित करना - मुझे बताना
• Arabic: اتصل بي - أعطني خبر
• Bengali: খবর দাও - জানাও - যোগাযোগ করো
• Russian: дать знать - сообщить - написать
• Japanese: 連絡して - 声をかけて
• Vietnamese: báo cho biết - nhắn cho biết - liên lạc
• Korean: 연락하다 - 알려주다
• Turkish: haber vermek - seslenmek - iletişime geçmek
• Urdu: بتانا - اطلاع دینا
• Indonesian: kasih kabar - hubungi - bilang

Example Sentences

Just give a shout if you need anything.

basic

Can you give a shout when dinner is ready?

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I'll give you a shout before I leave.

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If you ever want to hang out, just give me a shout.

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I didn't hear from you yesterday—why didn't you give me a shout?

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Next time you're in town, give a shout and we'll grab coffee.

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