an|rufen
Translation
to call (on the phone), to phone
Examples
Ich rufe dich später an.
I'll call you later.
Kannst du bitte den Arzt anrufen?
Can you please call the doctor?
Er hat gestern bei mir angerufen.
He called me yesterday.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to call (sb.) I'm calling my girlfriend.
((at a place)) to call (at a place) I'm calling the company.
Similar Words
Synonyms: telefonieren (mit)
Etymology
A separable verb from 'an-' (at, to) and 'rufen' (to call). Literally 'to call at/to' someone.
Memory Tips
Remember it's separable, so the 'an' prefix goes to the end of the clause: 'I'll call you' is 'Ich rufe dich an.'