dialing
Translation
dialling, phoning
Examples
I am dialing his number now.
I am dialling his number now.
Dialing the wrong number is frustrating.
Dialling the wrong number is frustrating.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) is dialling ((a number)) She is dialling the emergency line.
((dialling)) (sth.) is (adj.) Dialling while driving is dangerous.
Similar Words
Synonyms: calling, phoning, telephoning
Etymology
The verb 'dial' plus the '-ing' suffix, indicating an ongoing action or the action itself (gerund).
Memory Tips
The '-ing' ending often means an action is happening now. 'What are you do-ING? I am diall-ING.'