s'appeler

s'appeler
A pronominal verb always uses a reflexive pronoun (e.g., se lever).
pronominal verb
a. to be called
Le chien d'Ibrahim s'appelle Alpha. Il adore les promenades.Ibrahim's dog is called Alpha. He loves walks.
b.
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
no direct translation
Et toi, comment tu t'appelles ?And you, what's your name?
Comment s'appelle le nouveau comptable ?What's the new accountant's name?
a. to call each other
Juliette et sa sœur s'appellent chaque dimanche pour discuter.Juliette and her sister call each other every Sunday to chat.
b. to call one another
Mariam et toi, vous vous appelez encore souvent ?Do you and Mariam still call one another often?
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