Call ahead Meaning in English
expression
ˈkɔɫ/ /əˈhɛd
KAWL-uh-HED
kˈɔːl/ /ɐhˈɛd
KAWL-uh-HED
Definition
To phone a place or person in advance to get information, make a reservation, or confirm details before arriving.
Usage & Nuances
Used mostly for restaurants, hotels, businesses, or appointments to avoid inconvenience. Common collocations: 'Please call ahead to reserve,' 'Did you call ahead?'. More polite and practical than just showing up.
Spanish: llamar antesPortuguese (BR): ligar antesPortuguese (PT): ligar antesChinese (Simplified): 提前打电话Chinese (Traditional): 提前打電話Hindi: पहले फोन करनाArabic: الاتصال مسبقًاBengali: আগে ফোন করাRussian: предварительно позвонитьJapanese: 事前に電話するVietnamese: gọi trướcKorean: 미리 전화하다Turkish: önceden aramakUrdu: پہلے فون کرناIndonesian: telepon dulu - menelepon sebelumnya
Example Sentences
You should call ahead before you visit the museum.
basic
Please call ahead to make a reservation.
basic
I always call ahead to check if the store is open.
basic
If you call ahead, they can have your order ready when you arrive.
natural
Did you call ahead to see if there’s a wait?
natural
It’s always smart to call ahead during busy hours.
natural