were you calling me? vs are you calling me>

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Were you calling me?' is used to ask about a past action, while 'Are you calling me?' is used to ask about a current action. The choice between the two depends on the timing of the action being referred to.

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were you calling me?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to ask about a past action.

This phrase is used to inquire about a phone call or attempt to contact someone that happened in the past.

Examples:

Were you calling me when I was out shopping?
I heard the phone ring. Were you calling me?
Were you calling me earlier? I missed your call.

Alternatives:

Did you call me?
Had you called me?
Were you trying to reach me?
Were you attempting to contact me?
Were you phoning me?

are you calling me>

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to ask about a current action.

This phrase is used to inquire about a phone call or attempt to contact someone that is happening at the present moment.

Examples:

Are you calling me right now?
I think my phone is ringing. Are you calling me?
Are you calling me to discuss the project?

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Or are you calling me a liar?
Jerry, why are you calling me?
So why are you calling me?
Why are you calling me from my alumni association?
Digger, why are you calling me now?
Where are you calling me from right now?
Mike, why exactly are you calling me?
Where are you calling me from, Walter?
Parker, are you calling me from a company landline?
Where are you calling me from, an underground parking garage? No.
I'm really busy, why are you calling me?
Why are you calling me at my prom, anyway?
Okay, why are you calling me from the bathroom?
Are you calling me a tool?
Are you calling me a superhero?
Are you calling me a princess, Smell?
- Are you calling me a tool?
- Are you calling me a ho?
Are you calling me a Jew, Father?

Alternatives:

Are you trying to reach me?
Are you attempting to contact me?
Are you phoning me?
Are you dialing my number?
Are you making a call to me?

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