at what time should i call vs at what time shall i call

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'At what time should I call?' is more commonly used in everyday conversations to ask about the appropriate time to make a call. 'At what time shall I call?' is a bit more formal and old-fashioned, often used in written communication or in formal settings.

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at what time should i call

This phrase is correct and commonly used in everyday conversations to inquire about the appropriate time to make a call.

This phrase is used to ask about the suitable time to make a phone call in a casual or informal context.

Examples:

At what time should I call you tomorrow?
I'm not sure at what time should I call him back.
Do you know at what time should I call the office?
Can you tell me at what time should I call the doctor?
At what time should I call for the reservation?

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What time shall I call you tonight?
The next time I call you... I may be dead.
Half the time I call I get your voicemail.
Next time I call, pick up.
You do not have to fuss every time I call.
Next time I call, I want Taylor.
Every time I call her number, Jeff answers.
But she says that every time I call.
Every time I call you, a different woman answers.
Every time I call, she's resting.
My story takes place in a time I call the past.
On call time should be classed as working time.
They rightly argue that all working time should be remunerated, not just active on-call time.
Every time I call for takeout, they think it's a prank call and hang up.
Every time I call you, you never return the call.
Look. Since you've already read me my rights, I think it's time I call an attorney.
Every time I call Grampa's phone, I get no answer.
Well, because every time I call the police I get a weird signal.
So don't pick up the phone, no matter how many times I call.
Every time I call you, I wonder if I'm crazy.

Alternatives:

When should I call?
What time is good for me to call?
What time works best for you for me to call?
What time is convenient for me to call?
When is a good time for me to call?

at what time shall i call

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in modern English. It has a more formal and old-fashioned tone, suitable for written communication or formal situations.

This phrase is used to inquire about the appropriate time to make a phone call in a formal or old-fashioned context.

Examples:

At what time shall I call to discuss the matter further?
At what time shall I call to confirm the appointment?
May I ask at what time shall I call to follow up on the issue?
At what time shall I call to provide the necessary information?
Could you please inform me at what time shall I call for the interview?

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What time shall I call you tonight?
The inactive part of on-call time shall not be taken into account in calculating the daily or weekly rest periods laid down in Articles 3 and 5 respectively.
The inactive part of on-call time shall not be taken into account in calculating the daily or weekly rest periods laid down in Articles 3 and 5 respectively ▐.
The period during which the worker carries out his activity or duties during on-call time shall always be regarded as working time.
The period during which the worker actually carries out his activity or duties during on-call time shall always be regarded as working time.
However, the Common Council Position 10597/2/08 REV 2 amending Directive 2003/88/EC states, in Article 1(2), that 'the inactive part of on-call time shall not be regarded as working time'.
The inactive part of on-call time shall not be regarded as working time, unless national law or, in accordance with national law and/or practice, a collective agreement or an agreement between the two sides of industry decides otherwise.
The inactive part of on-call time shall not be regarded as working time unless national law or, in accordance with national law and/or practice, a collective agreement or an agreement between the social partners provides otherwise.
The inactive part of on-call time shall not be regarded as working time unless national law or, in accordance with national law and/or practice, a collective agreement or an agreement between the social partners provides otherwise.
The inactive part of on-call time shall not be taken into account in calculating the daily or weekly rest periods laid down in Articles 3 and 5 respectively, unless otherwise provided for:
The inactive part of on-call time shall not be taken into account in calculating the daily or weekly rest periods laid down in Articles 3 and 5 respectively, unless otherwise provided for:
What time shall I tell everyone?
See which employees logged on at what times.
- You started at what time?
- School starts at what time?
It's who's around at what time.
It's always spotless no matter at what time they come.
A calendar defines at what time a resource is available.
I don't know exactly at what time she's coming.
- What time shall I come pick you up?

Alternatives:

At what time should I call?
When should I call?
What time is good for me to call?
What time works best for you for me to call?
What time is convenient for me to call?

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at what time should i call vs at what time shall i call