phone number

Thân thiện

He writes his phone number on a piece of paper.

Definition

Noun: A unique sequence of digits assigned to a specific telephone line, used to establish a connection when making a call.

Usage

The term "phone number" is used to identify and contact a specific telephone. It is a countable noun. You typically have, know, dial, call, or give a phone number. - Examples: - Please write down your phone number on this form. - I tried to call, but the phone number was disconnected. - Do you have the restaurant's phone number?

Advanced Usage

• Unlisted/Private Number: A phone number that is not published in public directories.
  • He has an unlisted number for privacy.
• Toll-free Number: A phone number that can be called without charge to the caller.
  • For customer service, please call our toll-free number.

Variants and Related Words

• Number (noun): In the context of telephony, "number" is often used as a short form for "phone number."
  • What's your number?
• Telephone Number (noun): A formal synonym for "phone number."
  • Please provide your full name and telephone number.

Synonyms

• Telephone number
• Contact number
• Digits (informal)

Related Phrases

• To have someone's number: (Idiom) To understand someone's true character or intentions.
  • Don't try to trick her; she has your number.
• Wrong number: A call placed to an incorrect phone number.
  • I'm sorry, I think you have the wrong number.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the number is used in calling a particular telephone
   • he has an unlisted number

Từ đồng nghĩa

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