dígame
hello (answering the phone), tell me
Intermediate Phrase
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Pronunciation
/ˈdi.ɣa.me/
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Cultural Note
In Spain, '¿dígame?' (literally 'tell me') or '¿diga?' is the standard way to answer the phone, which can surprise learners who expect 'hola.' In Mexico, they say '¿bueno?'; in Argentina, '¿hola?'; in Colombia, '¿aló?' Each country has its own phone greeting, making this a fascinating regional variation.
📝 Example Sentences
¿Dígame? Sí, soy yo.
Hello? Yes, it's me.
Dígame, ¿en qué puedo ayudarle?
Tell me, how can I help you?