Meaning of the word "answer the phone" in English
What does "answer the phone" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
answer the phone
US /ˈæn.sɚ ðə foʊn/
UK /ˈɑːn.sə ðə fəʊn/
Phrase
to pick up a telephone when it rings to speak to the person calling
Example:
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Could you please answer the phone? I'm busy cooking.
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She didn't answer the phone even though I called her three times.
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