Phone ahead Meaning in English
expression
ˈfoʊn/ /əˈhɛd
FOHN uh-HED
fˈəʊn/ /ɐhˈɛd
FUHN uh-HED
Definition
To call someone by phone before arriving or before something happens, usually to inform them or make arrangements.
Usage & Nuances
Used in polite or semi-formal contexts when making plans or confirming details, especially with restaurants, hotels, or appointments. Often appears with requests: 'Please phone ahead.' Can be replaced with 'call ahead' in US English.
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 مسبقاًBengali: আগে ফোন করা - আগেভাগে ফোন করাRussian: позвонить заранееJapanese: 事前に電話するVietnamese: gọi điện trướcKorean: 미리 전화하다Turkish: önceden telefon etmekUrdu: پہلے فون کرناIndonesian: telepon terlebih dahulu
Example Sentences
Please phone ahead before you visit the office.
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You should phone ahead to reserve a table.
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If you phone ahead, we can prepare your order.
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It’s always a good idea to phone ahead during busy holiday seasons.
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They forgot to phone ahead, so there was no room for them.
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You can just phone ahead and pick up your food when it's ready.
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