Could i call you Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈkʊd/ /ˈaɪ/ /ˈkɔɫ/ /ˈju

KOOD eye KAWL yoo

UK

kˈʊd/ /ˈaɪ/ /kˈɔːl/ /jˈuː

kUUD eye kAWL YOO

Definition

A polite way to ask someone if it is okay to call them on the phone, usually to continue a conversation or get in touch later.

Usage & Nuances

Very polite and slightly formal. Used when you want permission, often after meeting someone or to avoid being intrusive. In informal settings, 'Can I call you?' is also common. Use with acquaintances, professionals, or new contacts.

• Spanish: ¿podría **llamarte** - ¿puedo **llamarte**
• Portuguese (BR): posso **te ligar** - posso **ligar para você**
• Portuguese (PT): posso **ligar-te** - posso **telefonar-te**
• Chinese (Simplified): 我可以**打电话给你**吗
• Chinese (Traditional): 我可以**打電話給你**嗎
• Hindi: क्या मैं आपको **फोन कर सकता हूँ**
• Arabic: هل يمكنني أن **أتصل بك**
• Bengali: আমি কি আপনাকে ফোন করতে পারি - আমি কি আপনাকে কল করতে পারি
• Russian: могу ли я вам позвонить - могу ли я вам перезвонить
• Japanese: お電話してもよろしいですか
• Vietnamese: tôi có thể gọi cho bạn được không
• Korean: 전화 드려도 될까요
• Turkish: Sizi arayabilir miyim
• Urdu: کیا میں آپ کو فون کر سکتا ہوں
• Indonesian: bolehkah saya menelepon Anda

Example Sentences

Could I call you later to discuss the project?

basic

Is it okay if I call you tomorrow morning?

basic

Could I call you if I have questions?

basic

Hey, could I call you sometime and catch up?

natural

I lost your number. Could I call you if you send it again?

natural

If you're busy now, could I call you this evening instead?

natural