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can i call u now vs shall i call u now

Both phrases are correct, but they differ in formality. 'Can I call you now?' is more casual and commonly used in everyday conversations, while 'Shall I call you now?' is more formal and polite. The choice between them depends on the level of formality you want to convey.

Last updated: March 23, 2024

can i call u now

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal conversations.

This phrase is a casual way to ask if you are allowed to make a phone call at the present moment.

Examples:

Can I call you now to discuss the project?
Can I call you now or is it too late?
Can I call you now or should I wait until later?
Can I call you now to talk about our plans?
Can I call you now to ask a quick question?

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Can I call you Say, this Saturday.
I'm sorry, can I call you...
Can I call someone - a doctor?
Can I call you back? I'm... going into a tunnel.
When can I call my mum?
Can I call my real attorney?
Can I call someone to speak?
Ask Preston Blair can I call on him around 5:00.
Whom can I call so early?
Can I call someone to pick her up.
Can I call you tonight if I find something?
can I call you when I get to geneva?
Can I call June for you tomorrow?
In a household of sensible jackets and haircuts there was this, well, what can I call her, nature thing.
Eleanor - can I call you that?
If I am wrong, can I call a number of the hospital.
Can I call you Victoria? No.
-Stephen, can I call you back?
Who can I call to look into it now?
How can I call myself a Hitchcock fan?

Alternatives:

May I call you now?
Is it okay if I call you now?
Am I allowed to call you now?
Could I call you now?
Would it be alright if I call you now?

shall i call u now

This phrase is correct and more formal than the first option.

This phrase is a polite way to ask if you are allowed to make a phone call at the present moment, suitable for formal situations.

Examples:

Shall I call you now to discuss the details?
Shall I call you now or would you prefer to call me?
Shall I call you now to go over the agenda?
Shall I call you now to finalize the arrangements?
Shall I call you now to confirm the meeting time?

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Shall I call Quantico and share my theories about your extracurricular activities?
Who shall I call, your sergeant?
! Shall I call the police, madam?
Shall I call a hotel, madam?
Shall I call uncle Paul on his mobile?
Shall I call your father now?
Shall I call Professor Augier and the air ministry?
Mr. Ch... what shall I call you?
Shall I call Malachi and have you escorted out of here?
Will you come now or shall I call the security?
Shall I call Tuld's guy? - No.
A drink or shall I call Samira?
Shall I call you a taxi?
Mama, shall I call Papa about your medicine?
Shall I call a car for you?
Shall i call your father now?
What time shall I call you tonight?
Mrs. Plasini, shall I call your mother!
Or shall I call my servant?
What shall I call you, Favi?

Alternatives:

May I call you now?
Is it appropriate if I call you now?
Would it be acceptable for me to call you now?
Could I call you now?
Might I call you now?

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