Voicemail

usgb/ˈvɔɪsmeɪl/
noun

A system that records incoming telephone messages when you are unable to answer the phone.

I called you earlier but you did not pick up, I left a message on your voicemail.
Visual representation of "voicemail" - A system that records incoming telephone messages when you are unable to answer the phone.

Often appears as...

  • leave a voicemail
  • check your voicemail
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Business Context

Voicemail is often used in professional settings for missed calls.

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Please leave your contact info after the beep on our voicemail.
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Privacy Concerns

Sensitive information should not be left on voicemail due to privacy risks.

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I'll call you back with the details instead of leaving them on your voicemail.
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Casual Use

Voicemail is less formal than email and used for personal, casual communication too.

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Hey, it's me. Just checking in. Hit me back or leave a voicemail.
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