callers

word · lemma: caller

Definition

People who make phone calls or visit a place, especially those who contact a show, business, or radio station.

Usage & Nuances

Most often used for people calling in to radio/TV shows, help lines, or businesses. Not typically used for people making casual personal calls. Can also rarely mean people who visit in person, but modern usage is mainly about phone calls.

Example Sentences

There were five callers waiting on the line.

basic

The radio show always welcomes new callers.

basic

Some callers left messages when you were out.

basic

Our phone lines are now open for callers with questions.

natural

We received dozens of callers after the advertisement went live.

natural

Not all callers get a chance to speak on air.

natural