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llamar

English translation of llamar

call

The Spanish word 'llamar' is used to describe the act of calling someone, either on the phone or in person. It can also be used contextually to denote attracting someone's attention. For instance, 'llame al doctor' translates to 'call the doctor'.

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Example sentences using: llamar

Voy a llamar a mi hermano.

English translation of Voy a llamar a mi hermano.

I am going to call my brother.

In this sentence, 'llamar' is used to express the action of making a phone call. This is a common use of 'llamar' in both formal and informal speech.

Espero que puedas llamar a la policía.

English translation of Espero que puedas llamar a la policía.

I hope you can call the police.

In this example, 'llamar' is again used to indicate the action of making a phone call. The speaker is expressing a hope that the listener is able to call the police.

Vamos a llamar a este proyecto 'El Futuro'.

English translation of Vamos a llamar a este proyecto 'El Futuro'.

We are going to call this project 'The Future'.

In this case, 'llamar' is used in the context of giving a name to something, in this case a project.

No puedo llamar ahora, estoy en una reunión.

English translation of No puedo llamar ahora, estoy en una reunión.

I can't call now, I'm in a meeting.

This sentence uses 'llamar' to signify making a phone call. The speaker is unable to make that call currently as he/she is in a meeting.

Deberías llamar a mamá, está preocupada.

English translation of Deberías llamar a mamá, está preocupada.

You should call mom, she is worried.

This is another example where 'llamar' is used to suggest the action of making a phone call. The speaker is suggesting that the listener should call their mother.

Voy a llamar a esta pintura 'Amanecer'.

English translation of Voy a llamar a esta pintura 'Amanecer'.

I am going to call this painting 'Sunrise'.

In this example, 'llamar' is used to indicate the naming of something, in this case, a painting.

Si ves algo extraño, no dudes en llamar.

English translation of Si ves algo extraño, no dudes en llamar.

If you see something strange, don't hesitate to call.

This sentence uses 'llamar' to specify the action of making a phone call. It suggests that the listener should make a call if they perceive something unusual.

Podríamos llamar a este equipo 'Los Ganadores'.

English translation of Podríamos llamar a este equipo 'Los Ganadores'.

We could call this team 'The Winners'.

Here, 'llamar' is used in the context of giving a name to something, specifically a team in this instance.

Siempre se puede llamar a un amigo en tiempos de necesidad.

English translation of Siempre se puede llamar a un amigo en tiempos de necesidad.

You can always call a friend in times of need.

In this example, 'llamar' is used to denote the action of making a phone call. It implies that one can rely on calling friends when in need.

Quiero llamar tu atención sobre un error.

English translation of Quiero llamar tu atención sobre un error.

I want to draw your attention to a mistake.

Here, 'llamar' is used in the phrase 'llamar la atención', which means to draw attention. This phrase is often used when you want to highlight or emphasize something.

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