English · Phrasal verb Attested

dial in

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To configure or set up (particularly a complex machine with many configuration options [especially knobs and dials).

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

cấu hình hoặc thiết lập

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Where it’s used: Used American English

Before starting the recording, make sure you've dialled in the right synthesiser settings.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To connect (to a system or service) by telephone.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

kết nối qua điện thoại

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To join or participate in (a conference call).

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

tham gia vào cuộc gọi

Machine-translated — suggest a fix

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “dial in” mean?

To configure or set up (particularly a complex machine with many configuration options [especially knobs and dials).

Is “dial in” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.