声をかける

こえをかける
Alternative writings: 声を掛ける
Frequency:
1

to greet someone or call out to them; to start a conversation by addressing someone aloud.

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Examples

通りすがりの人に声をかけて道を聞いた。

I called out to a passerby and asked for directions.

授業の前に先生が廊下で生徒に声をかけた。

Before class the teacher greeted students in the corridor.

知らない人に突然声をかけるのは失礼だ。

It's rude to suddenly call out to a stranger.

2

to invite someone, get in touch with them, or let them know (you are available); to contact someone to arrange or invite.

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今度の飲み会に声をかけてもいいですか?

May I invite you to the upcoming drinking party?

後で仕事のことで声をかけますね。

I'll get in touch with you later about the work.

イベントのスタッフに声をかけて人手を集めた。

We asked event staff to recruit people.

3

to cheer on or give vocal support to someone (e.g., at a sporting event); to encourage by calling out.

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試合中、観客は選手に声をかけて応援した。

During the match the spectators cheered on the players.

最後の一周で友達に声をかけて励ました。

On the final lap I called out to my friend to encourage them.

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