How to Pronounce "call ahead"
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.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɔɫ/ /əˈhɛd
British English
kˈɔːl/ /ɐhˈɛd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAWL-uh-HED
UK
KAWL-uh-HED
Listen in Context
You should call ahead before you visit the museum.
Please call ahead to make a reservation.
I always call ahead to check if the store is open.
If you call ahead, they can have your order ready when you arrive.