contacted

word · lemma: contact

/ˈkɑnˌtæktɪd/
KON-tak-tid
/kˈɒntæktɪd/
KON-tak-tid

Definition

Past tense of 'contact'. It means communicated with someone, usually by phone, email, message, or another method.

Usage & Nuances

Common in formal and neutral contexts: 'I contacted support', 'She contacted me yesterday'. It is slightly more formal than 'called' or 'texted' because it does not specify the method. Often used with 'contacted someone about something'.

Example Sentences

I contacted my teacher after class.

basic

She contacted the hotel by email.

basic

We contacted the doctor this morning.

basic

I contacted support, but they still haven't replied.

natural

He contacted me out of the blue last night.

natural

Have you contacted the landlord about the leak yet?

natural