announced call
[əˈnaʊnst kɔːl]
nounpl: announced calls
chamada anunciada
1. A telephone call that is preceded by notification to the recipient that someone wishes to speak with them, typically used in formal or business contexts
The secretary made an announced call to schedule the meeting with the director.
A secretária fez uma chamada anunciada para agendar a reunião com o diretor.
2. In telecommunications, a call placed through an operator who first contacts the recipient to confirm they will accept the call
Before the internet era, announced calls were common for long-distance communications.
Antes da era da internet, as chamadas anunciadas eram comuns para comunicações de longa distância.
3. A public announcement or declaration made via telephone or broadcast media
The company made an announced call to all employees about the new policy changes.
A empresa fez uma chamada anunciada para todos os funcionários sobre as mudanças de política.
This term is primarily associated with formal business communications and historical telecommunications practices. In Brazil, it reflects a more formal approach to phone communication, particularly in corporate environments. The term is less frequently used in contemporary contexts due to the prevalence of direct dialing and mobile technology, but remains relevant in formal business settings and when describing historical communication methods.
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