Dutch Word of the Day
bellen
/BEL-len/ • verb — 6th of May, 2026
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Meaning: to call (on the phone); to ring
Examples
- Ik bel je straks.
(I'll call you later.) - Kun je me bellen als je klaar bent?
(Can you call me when you're ready?) - De telefoon blijft maar bellen.
(The phone keeps ringing.)
Synonyms
- opbellen
- telefoneren
Use 'bellen' when talking about making a phone call or when a phone or bell rings. For calling a person you can also use the separable verb 'opbellen' (e.g. 'Ik bel je op'). Common in informal and formal contexts: 'Bel me' (Call me) or 'Ik zal u bellen' (I will call you).
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