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UK//juː kɔːl ðɪs friː//US//ju kɔl ðɪs fri//

Meaning of You call this free

A skeptical question about the cost of something claimed to be free.

In simple words: You say this is free.

You call this free in a sentence

  • When I saw the subscription charges, I thought, 'You call this free?'
  • After reading the fine print, I said, 'You call this free?' with disbelief.
  • My friend laughed and replied, 'You call this free?' after I showed him the ad.
  • At the event, I turned to my colleague and exclaimed, 'You call this free? It's very crowded!'
  • Seeing the catch in the deal, I couldn't help but blurt out, 'You call this free?'

How to use You call this free

Used to express disbelief or skepticism about something claimed to be free. Typically appropriate in informal contexts, especially in conversations about fees or offers.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a phone call you don’t want to pay for – 'You call this free?'

Related words

Collocations with You call this free

  • call it free
  • considered free
  • advertised as free

Synonyms for You call this free

  • Is this complimentary?
  • Are there hidden fees?
  • Really free?

Common mistakes with You call this free

  • Using it in formal situations where a more polite phrase is needed.
  • Confused with 'Is this really free?' which sounds more questioning than skeptical.
  • Misplacing the emphasis, which can change the intended meaning.

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Frequently asked questions about You call this free

What does You call this free mean?

You say this is free.

What is the definition of You call this free?

A skeptical question about the cost of something claimed to be free.

How do you use You call this free in a sentence?

When I saw the subscription charges, I thought, 'You call this free?'

Can you give another example of You call this free?

After reading the fine print, I said, 'You call this free?' with disbelief.

What are synonyms for You call this free?

Common alternatives include Is this complimentary?, Are there hidden fees?, Really free?.

What words go with You call this free?

It commonly pairs with call it free, considered free, advertised as free.

What are common mistakes when using You call this free?

Using it in formal situations where a more polite phrase is needed. Confused with 'Is this really free?' which sounds more questioning than skeptical. Misplacing the emphasis, which can change the intended meaning.

How do you pronounce You call this free?

US: //ju kɔl ðɪs fri//, UK: //juː kɔːl ðɪs friː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use You call this free?

Used to express disbelief or skepticism about something claimed to be free. Typically appropriate in informal contexts, especially in conversations about fees or offers.